First and foremost a stand-up comedian, this top banana of the “Borscht Belt” circuit relied on amiable Jewish ethnic humor for longtime career sustenance. He also relied on his multi-talented gifts as an actor, master of ceremonies, game show host and raconteur. Gravel-toned Jan Murray was born in
Where did Catskills humor come from?
Talent like Sid Caesar, Mickey Freeman and Jackie Mason were all influenced by Borscht Belt humor, followed decades later by Jerry Seinfeld and comedians for whom the word ‘Catskills” conjures memories of casinos, dancing, stage lights and laughter. A scene from The Golden Era of the Catskills.
Who are some famous Jewish comedians?
Big name comics like Buddy Hackett, Don Rickles and Henny Youngman were famous for a style of comedy that defined much of Jewish American culture of their time, with quick-witted, rapid-fire one liners that were often self-deprecating.
