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Abbott and Costello (William (Bud) Abbott, 1897-1974; Louis Cristillo, 1906-1959) were an American comedy duo whose work in radio, film, and television made them one of the most popular and respected teams in comedy history. Their "Who's on First?" routine, developed during their years in burlesque, is widely considered to be one of the greatest comedy sketches of all time.
Overview
The two comedians first worked together in 1935 at the Eltinge burlesque theater on 42nd Street in New York. Costello became a burlesque comic in 1928 after failing as a movie stunt double and extra; Abbott had been in burlesque since 1916, as a cashier, producer, and finally a performer. They made their partnership formal in 1936, building an act by adapting and improving numerous old burlesque sketches into their own style. Abbott was the arch, often scheming straight man and Costello the confused, context-challenged naif.
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Abbott and Costello - Christmas Program http://bit.ly/5u5MaC #humor #christmas
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Abbott and Costello - Christmas Program http://bit.ly/5u5MaC #humor #christmas
Discount The Abbott and Costello Show Vol. 13 http://bit.ly/4XPTL7
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Discount The Abbott and Costello Show Vol. 13 http://bit.ly/4XPTL7
@e4VoIP Mane Coons are big cats. Abbott and Costello are ragdolls. Normal weight at full grown is up to 30 pounds. That's not fat. :)
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@e4VoIP Mane Coons are big cats. Abbott and Costello are ragdolls. Normal weight at full grown is up to 30 pounds. That's not fat. :)
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Costello History - History of the comic duo.
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Abbott and Costello Quarterly - The Web Edition of the journal of the Official Abbott Costello Fan Club provides fans with the latest news, excerpts from the current issue and a fan forum
IMDb: Bud Abbott - Filmography, biography, photo gallery and news articles.
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IMDb: Lou Costello - Filmography, photos, biography and awards.
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The Abbott and Costello Home Page - The official page features the latest news and information, including new product and video releases, special events, televised specials and marathons, anything and everything pertaining to the boys.
