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About Eddie Rochester Anderson
American comic actor Eddie Anderson was popularly known as "Rochester" for his early broadcast comedy shows.
Family and Background
He was born in California to "Big Ed" Anderson and Ella Mae. He got married to Mamie Nelson in May, 1939. After Mamie's death in 1954, he married Evangela "Eva" Simon in 1956. The couple had two daughters and a son.
Career
He started his career as a young teenager at the Vaudeville circuit.
Later in 1930, he transitioned into radio and film.
In 1937, Rochester started the "Jack Benny Programme" on his NBC radio show.
Achievements
Anderson was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Famefor Radio, in Hollywood. In 2001 after his death, he was admitted into the Radio Hall of Fame.
Trivia
He became the first African American to have played an active role on a radio program that aired nationwide.
Death
He died in February 1977 of a heart disease. He was 71.
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F.A.Q. about Eddie Rochester Anderson
When is his birthday?
Eddie Rochester Anderson's birthday is on September 18, 1905.
In how many days is his birthday?
Eddie Rochester Anderson's birthday is in 146 days
How old was Eddie Rochester Anderson when he died?
He was 71 years old.
When did he die?
He died in February 28, 1977.
How old would he be today?
Eddie Rochester Anderson would be 118 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Eddie Rochester Anderson from?
He was born in Oakland, California, U.S..