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George Burns
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Portrait by Allan Warren, 1986
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Nathan Birnbaum
January 20, 1896 |
| Died | March 9, 1996 (aged 100) |
| Cause of death | Cardiac arrest |
| Other names | Nattie |
| Occupation | Actor, comedian, writer |
| Years active | 1902–1996 |
| Spouse(s) | Gracie Allen (1926–64; her death; 2 children) |
George Burns (born Nathan Birnbaum, January 20, 1896– March 9, 1996), was an American comedian, actor, and writer.
He was well known for his comedy routines with his wife, Gracie Allen, involving her tall tales about her relatives. The Burns & Allen Show was broadcast on radio from 1942 to 1950 and on television from 1950 to 1958.