Obituary of Steve Allen

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Steve Allen

Stephen Valentine Patrick William Allen (born December 26, 1921 in New York City, New York) was a TV personality, radio personality, musician, composer, actor, comedian, and writer who was best known for being the first host of The Tonight Show. Steve died on October 30, 2000 and his death was possibly because of an ruptured blood vessel sustained from a minor car accident. He died at age 78.

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Steve Allen Biography Wiki:

    • Political Affiliation: Democratic
    • Net Worth: $18 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Fuchsia
    • Favorite Scent: Acqua Di Gio
    • Favorite Actor: Anthony Hopkins

    Steve's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Stephen Valentine Patrick William Allen
    • Father: Billy Allen
    • Mother: Isabelle "Belle" Allen (née Donohue)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Dorothy Goodman (married 1943-divorced 1952)
      • Jayne Meadows (married 1954-2015, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Steve Allen Jr.
      • Bill Allen
      • Brian Allen
      • David Allen

Death Notice:

  • Date: October 30 2000 at age 78
  • Place: Encino, Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Accident (blood vessel rupture after minor automobile crash)
  • Interment: Buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Hollywood Hills, California, United States

Category Tags:

TV PersonalityRadio Personality Musician American Born on December 26th Born in 1921 Born in New York Died in 2000 Died at age 78 Died from Accident

Steve's Notable Roles:

  • The Steve Allen Show
  • Tonight starring Steve Allen

Quotable Quotes:

"Steve was a popular appearing on television show host and actor, who passed away in office at the age of 78. (V)"

"Steve Allen's vibrant energy and creative genius will forever live on, leaving a lasting impact on the world of television and entertainment. (V)"

"Steve Allen was a multifaceted entertainer known for his wit and musical talent, who passed away after a long and successful career in the entertainment industry. (V)"

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

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