Biography
Morton David Alpern (March 23, 1922 – February 12, 2018), better known as Marty Allen, was an American comedian, actor, and philanthropist. He worked as a comedy headliner in nightclubs, as a dramatic actor in television roles, and was once called "The Darling of Daytime TV". He also appeared in films, notably the 1966 spy comedy The Last of the Secret Agents?. During his comedy career, Allen also toured military hospitals, and performed for veterans and for active military personnel.
Allen was also a philanthropist. He contributed to the American Cancer Society, The Heart Fund, the March of Dimes, and the Fight for Sight, and he served on the board of the Epilepsy Foundation.
Filmography
all 37
TV Shows 23
self 18
Movies 14
Writer 1
Self
Goodnight, We Love You (2004)
Movie
Imperial Poogah
The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! (1989)
TV
6.14
Self
Madame's Place (1982)
TV
Host / Writer
Funnymen (1981)
Movie
Det. Starkos
Murder Can Hurt You! (1980)
Movie
Igor
Steve Martin: Comedy Is Not Pretty (1980)
Movie
Benson (1979)
TV
5.79
Flying High (1978)
TV
Higgie
Benny & Barney: Las Vegas Undercover (1977)
Movie
Lorenzo Musica
Monster Squad (1976)
TV
Louie
A Whale of a Tale (1976)
Movie
Marty Allen
Joys (1976)
Movie
Self
Mitzi & 100 Guys (1975)
Movie
Bert Franklin
Harrad Summer (1974)
Movie
Johann Herbeck
The Great Waltz (1972)
Movie
Honeymoon Suite (1972)
TV
Actor
The Ballad of Billie Blue (1972)
Movie
Marty Allen (uncredited)
Mooch Goes to Hollywood (1971)
Movie
Night Gallery (1970)
TV
Wally
Mister Jerico (1970)
Movie
Fontaine
Love, American Style (1969)
TV
Self
The Barbara McNair Show (1969)
TV
Self
Storybook Squares (1969)
TV
Self / Self - Guest
Personality (1967)
TV
Marty Johnson
The Last of the Secret Agents? (1966)
Movie
Waldo Deifendorfer
The Big Valley (1965)
TV
6.2
Self - Comedian / Self - Comedian / Sketch Actor
The Hollywood Palace (1964)
TV
Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962)
TV
6
Self
The Merv Griffin Show (1962)
TV
Self - Comedian / Self - Co-Host / Self
The Mike Douglas Show (1961)
TV
Self - Performer
Stars in der Manege (1959)
TV
Self
Kraft Music Hall (1958)
TV
Summer Playhouse (1954)
TV
Self
The Bob Hope Show (1950)
TV
Self - Mystery Guest
What's My Line? (1950)
TV
Self - Comedian / Self
The Ed Sullivan Show (1948)
TV
6
Self
The Face Is Familiar
TV
Ratings
Average 5.24
Based on 33.5 Thousand movie and tv ratings over time
1948
1964
1971
1969
2004
Information
Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1922-03-23
Deathday2018-02-12 (95 years old)
Birth NameMorton David Alpern
Birth PlacePittsburgh, United States of America
SpouseKaron Kate Blackwell
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
Also Known AsAllen & Rossi
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