Guide Note:
Jerry Lewis is a Comedian, actor, film producer, writer and director Known for his Slapstick style of humor, and for his contribution to the Muscular Dystrophy Association and MC for their Telethons.
Fast Facts:
- Born: March 16, 1926
- Birthplace: Newark, New Jersey, USA
- Birthname: Joseph Levitch
- Lewis was on the "Tonight Show" 24 times
- Lewis helped establish the Muscular Dystrophy Association in 1952
- Lewis is the father of 1960s pop musician Gary Lewis From "Gary Lewis and the Playboys"