Obituary of George Burns

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George Burns

George Burns (born January 20th, 1896 in New York City, New York) was a TV Actor who was best known for being part of the comedy duo Burns and Allen. George died on March 9th, 1996 and his death was basically because of old age (cardiac arrest specifically). He was just a bit over 100 years old when he passed.

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George Burns Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Burns, George
    • Common Name: George Burns
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: January 20, 1896
    • Age: 100 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1902-1996
    • Religion: Jewish
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Snickers
    • Favorite Color: Burgandy
    • Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Anthony Hopkins

    George's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Nathan Birnbaum
    • Father: Eliezer Birnbaum (1855–1903)
    • Mother: Hadassah "Dorah" Birnbaum (née Bluth; 1857–1927)
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Son(s):

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 09 1996 at age 100
  • Place: Beverly Hills, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Cardiac arrest
  • Interment: Buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California

Category Tags:

TV ActorComedian Singer American Born on January 20th Born in 1896 Born in New York Died in 1996 Died at age 100 Died from Cardiac arrest

Quotable Quotes:

"Smartness runs in my family. When I went to school I was so smart my teacher was in my class for five years." (IMDB)

"George Burns lived a remarkable life filled with laughter, love, and timeless entertainment, leaving behind an enduring legacy that continues to bring joy to countless generations. (V)"

"George Burns had a prolific career as a comedian, actor, and singer, and remained in the public eye until the end of his life. Despite his advanced age, he continued to perform and was loved by audiences until the very end. (V)"

Is Mr. George Burns still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-23 11:19:00
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