BACKGROUND
Arthur Askey was born June 6 1900 in Liverpool, England [2]. The English comedian and actor was well known by his humor and playfulness of the characters he portrayed, as well as by his use of catchphrases, which included "Hello playmates!", "I thank you" (pronounced "Ay-Thang-Yaw"), and "Before your very eyes" [2].
Askey joined the armed forces during the First World War, where he began performing at army shows. Following this, Askey worked for several year performing his entertainment skills, and it wasn't until 1938 that he rose to fame after landing a radio comedy series [2].
During War World II Askey was introduced to the film industry, and starred in several comedy films. After WWII, Askey appeared in TV shows, and in 1952 he had his own TV series called Before Your Very Eyes! [2]. Arthur Askey also did quick well in Theater and wrote several songs, including "The Bee Song".
Arthur Askey was born June 6 1900 in Liverpool, England [2]. The English comedian and actor was well known by his humor and playfulness of the characters he portrayed, as well as by his use of catchphrases, which included "Hello playmates!", "I thank you" (pronounced "Ay-Thang-Yaw"), and "Before your very eyes" [2].
Askey joined the armed forces during the First World War, where he began performing at army shows. Following this, Askey worked for several year performing his entertainment skills, and it wasn't until 1938 that he rose to fame after landing a radio comedy series [2].
During War World II Askey was introduced to the film industry, and starred in several comedy films. After WWII, Askey appeared in TV shows, and in 1952 he had his own TV series called Before Your Very Eyes! [2]. Arthur Askey also did quick well in Theater and wrote several songs, including "The Bee Song".