Jerry L. Volpe (1912–1984) was a golf professional, instructor, course designer, and longtime leader of the Englewood Golf Club. Born in Montella, Italy, and raised in Nutley, New Jersey, he became one of the most respected golf teachers in the New York metropolitan area. From…
Buddy Hackett (1924–2003) was one of America's most popular comedians and comic actors, known for his distinctive New York accent, self-deprecating humor, and memorable performances in film, television, and stand-up comedy. During a career that spanned more than fifty years, he…
Phil Foster (1913–1985) was an American comedian, actor, writer, and nightclub performer whose career spanned more than four decades. Born Fivel Feldman in Brooklyn, New York, to Russian Jewish immigrants, Foster rose to prominence through stand-up comedy, radio, television…
Joey Bishop (1918–2007) was an American comedian, actor, television host, and member of the legendary Rat Pack alongside Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., and Peter Lawford. Known for his dry wit and understated delivery, Bishop rose from nightclub comedy to become…
Dick Shawn (1923–1987) was an American comedian, actor, singer, and satirist whose innovative style helped reshape American comedy in the decades before modern stand-up. Born Richard Schulefand in Buffalo, New York, Shawn developed a unique performance style that blended…
