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Liberace

May 16, 1919 - Feb 04, 1987 (67 years old) in West Allis, Wisconsin, USA

Władziu Valentino Liberace known mononymously as Liberace, was an American pianist, singer, and actor. A child prodigy and the son of working-class immigrants, Liberace enjoyed a career spanning four decades of concerts, recordings, television, motion pictures, and endorsements. At the height of his fame, from the 1950's to the 1970's, Liberace was the highest-paid entertainer in the world, with established concert residencies in Las Vegas, and an international touring schedule. Liberace embraced a lifestyle of flamboyant excess both on and off stage, acquiring the nickname "Mr. Showmanship".

Known For

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Batman
Chandell / Harry
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Hotel
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American Experience
Self (archive footage)
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Kojak
Liberace
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Here's Lucy
Liberace
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What's My Line?
Self - Mystery Guest
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Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self
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Dinah!
Self
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The Colgate Comedy Hour
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The Steve Allen Show
Self

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