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Oscar Levant

Dec 27, 1906 - Aug 14, 1972 (65 years old) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Oscar Levant (December 27, 1906 – August 14, 1972) was an American pianist, composer, author, comedian, and actor.

He was more famous for his mordant character and witticisms, on the radio and in movies and television, than for his music.

Known For

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The Cobweb
Mr. Capp
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Rhapsody in Blue
Oscar Levant
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O. Henry's Full House
William Smith (segment "The Ransom of Red Chief")
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Rhythm on the River
Billy Starbuck
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The Fred Astaire Songbook
Self (archive footage)

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