Comic George Burns, one of America's most enduring entertainers, joined his beloved wife and comedy partner, Gracie Allen. ... 1896, one of 12 children in a poor immigrant family.

Mr. Burns’ achievement seemed all the more remarkable in light of the dire poverty into which he was born, the ninth of 12 children, in 1896 on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.

George Burns is one of those remarkable entertainers who got better with age. His early entertainment career in vaudeville was mediocre at best. Then he teamed with Gracie Allen to form a comedy ...

Find out where to watch The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show from Season 3 at TV Guide ... Gracie tries to find Von Zell a wife and children so he can save money on his income tax. Where to Watch.