Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | March 16, 1926 |
Birth Place | Newark, NJ |
Age | 94 YEARS OLD |
Died On | Aug 20, 2017 (age 91) |
Birth Sign | Pisces |
Net worth: $15 Million (2024)
Jerry Lewis, a renowned movie actor hailing from New Jersey, is estimated to have a net worth of $15 million by the year 2024. Known for his exceptional comedic abilities and captivating performances, Lewis has secured a prominent place in the film industry. Throughout his prolific career, he entertained audiences with his unique brand of humor and appeared in numerous successful movies. Lewis' talent and dedication to his craft undoubtedly contributed to his substantial net worth, solidifying his status as one of the most esteemed actors in the entertainment business.
About
Comedian, actor, and muscular dystrophy telethon host who formed one of history's greatest comedy teams with Dean Martin. He received Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Los Angeles Film Critics Association, The American Comedy Awards, and the Venice Film Festival.
Before Fame
His early schtick was called "Record Act," which featured him miming the lyrics of popular songs as they played on a phonograph.
Trivia
He began hosting the MDA telethon in 1952, which was dubbed the "Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon" from 1966 until 2010.
Family Life
His father, Daniel Levitch, was a vaudeville entertainer and his mother, Rachel, was employed as the local radio station's piano player. He was married to Patti Palmer from 1944 to 1980 and then married SanDee Pitnick in 1983. He had seven kids.
Associated With
He temporarily used the stage name Joey Lewis, but altered it to avoid confusion between himself and professional boxer Joe Louis and Comedian Joe E. Lewis.