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In 1934, Burns & Allen began on the radio. By 1940, Burns & Allen were a constant topic of conversation as their radio antics became a staple in most American households.
Main Characters:
- George Burns
- Gracie Allen
Show Concept:
- Vaudevillian humor and antics between the husband and wife team and their guest stars
- Notable episodes include:
- Leaving for America
- Hats Off to Gracie
- All Promises are Fictitious
Hosts or Guests:
- Milton Watson was the announcer in 1934
- Tony Martin was the announcer in 1935
- Frank Parker was the announcer in 1936
- Senor Lee was the announcer in 1937-1940
- Bill Goodwin was the announcer in 1941 and 1944
- Mel Blanc was the announcer in 1942
- Gale Gordon was the announcer in 1943
- Henry King's Orchestra (1935)
- Ray Noble's Orchestra (1936, 1937)
- Dan Garber's Orchestra (1936)
- Jan Gray's Orchestra (1936)
- Artie Shaw's Orchestra (1937)
- Paul Whiteman's Orchestra (1938)
- Felix Mill's Orchestra (1938-1940)
- Meredith Wilson's Orchestra (1941)
- Harry Lubin's Orchestra (1944)
Writers or Producers:
Sponsors:
- White Owl Cigars (The General Cigar Company) (1934)
- Campbell's Soup (1935)
- Grape Nuts (1935)
- Chesterfield Cigarettes (1936)
- Hines Honey and Almond Cream (1936)
- Hormel's Spam (1937)
- Lever Brother's Swan Soap (1938-1940)
- Maxwell House Coffee (1941-1944)
- Amident Toothpaste (1944)
Networks or stations:
- CBS - 1934-1935, 1936, 1938-1940, 1944
- NBC - 1935-1936, 1937, 1941-1943
Total shows or length of production:
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