Obituary of Danny Kaye

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Danny Kaye

Danny Kaye (born January 18th, 1911 in Brooklyn, New York) was a Film Actor who was best known for his career in movies and for his rapid-fire novelty songs. Danny died on March 3rd, 1987 and his death was because of heart failure. He was 76 years old.

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Danny Kaye Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Kaye, Danny
    • Common Name: Danny Kaye
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: January 18, 1911
    • Age: 76 (at death)
    • Also Known As: David Kaminsky, Daniel, Dan
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1933-1987
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Eggo Waffles
    • Favorite Color: Brown
    • Favorite Scent: Creed Aventus
    • Favorite Actor: Josh Brolin

    Danny's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: David Daniel Kaminsky
    • Father: Jacob Kaminsky
    • Mother: Clara Kaminsky (née Nemerovsky)
    • Brother(s):
      • Larry Kaminsky
      • Mac Kaminsky
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Sylvia Fine (married 3 January 1940-3 March 1987, his death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Dena Kaye (born December 17, 1946)

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 03 1987 at age 76
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart failure (complications of hepatitis C)
  • Interment: He was cremated and his ashes were placed in Kensico Cemetery in Valhalla, New York

Category Tags:

Film ActorComedian American Born on January 18th Born in 1911 Born in New York Died in 1987 Died at age 76 Died from Heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"Life is a great big canvas; throw all the paint you can at it." (IMDB)

"Danny Kaye was a beloved entertainer who lived a colorful life and continues to be remembered for his exceptional talent and charm. (V)"

"Danny Kaye was a beloved American entertainer known for his talent in singing, dancing, and acting, but his life was cut short due to a severe bout of hepatitis. (V)"

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