It's Been 45 Years Since America Said Good Night to Gracie
On this day in 1964, the legendary actress suffered a fatal heart attack after several years of recurring heart trouble.
Born on July 26, 1895 she was the other half of the comedy team Burns and Allen from the 1920's until her retirement in 1958. In addition to being George Burns' comedic partner she was also his wife. In the beginning he was the jokester and she was the straight woman. Those roles quickly change and radio airwave came to life with her scatterbrained antics and crazy explanations. Her logic wasn't always the best...but her heart and soul were in the right place.
45 years after her passing...
In Memoriam Remembers:
Gracie Allen
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