Groucho Marx

Also known as Julius Henry Marx, Julius Marx

American comedian (1890–1977)

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Groucho Marx was an American comedian who lived from 1890 to 1977 and became one of the most influential entertainers of the 20th century. He is remembered for his quick wit, distinctive appearance with his fake mustache and eyebrows, and his ability to make audiences laugh through clever wordplay and physical comedy.

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Instance of: human
Given name: Henry
Family name: Marx
Gender: male
Citizenship: United States
Place of birth: Manhattan
Place of death: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Mother: Minnie Marx
Sibling: Gummo Marx
Occupation: actor
Political party: Democratic Party (United States)
Languages spoken: English language
Religion: Judaism
Award: star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Notable work: A Day at the Races
Official website: marx-brothers.org/living/groucho.htm
Image: Groucho Marx - portrait.jpg
Residence: Manhattan

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Commons category: Groucho Marx
member of: Marx Brothers
date of birth: 1890-10-02
date of death: 1977-08-19
cause of death: pneumonia
manner of death: natural causes
place of burial: Eden Memorial Park
influenced by: Robert Benchley
Commons gallery: Groucho Marx
pseudonym: Groucho Marx
time period: 20th century
start of work period: 1905-00-00
end of work period: 1976-00-00
birth name: Julius Henry Marx
described at URL: www.nytimes.com/1977/08/20/archives/groucho-marx-comedian-dead-movie-star-and-tv-host-was-86-master-of.html
writing language: English language
catchphrase: Say the secret word and win $100!

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Encyclopedic overview

Julius Henry "Groucho" Marx (/ˈɡraʊtʃoʊ/; October 2, 1890 – August 19, 1977) was an American comedian, actor, comic vocalist and game show host who performed in vaudeville, Broadway, films, radio, and television. A master of the one-line retort, he is considered one of America's greatest comedians.

Groucho was the third born of the Marx Brothers, with whom he appeared in three Broadway shows and thirteen feature films, usually portraying a fast-talking, slightly shady protagonist and frequent foil to the antics of his brothers Chico and Harpo. He also had a successful solo career, primarily on radio and television, most notably as the host of the quiz/interview show You Bet Your Life.

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