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Sam Levene (born Scholem Lewin; August 28, 1905 – December 28, 1980) was an American Broadway, films, radio, and television actor and director. In a career spanning over five decades, he appeared in over 50 comedy and drama theatrical stage productions. He also acted in over 50 films across the United States and abroad.
Sam Levene (1905-1980) was a versatile actor who originated Nathan Detroit in "Guys and Dolls" and appeared in many movies and TV shows. He also played Al Lewis in "The Sunshine Boys" on Broadway, but was replaced by George Burns in the film version.
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Russian-American actor Sam Levene appeared in over 50 theatrical stage productions in the United States and abroad. A master of farce and comedy, Levene was equally effective in drama as well.
Sam Levene was a Broadway, film, radio and television actor who in a career spanning 5 decades created some of the most legendary comedic roles in American theatrical history.
Sam Levene, legendary Broadway and film actor, is best known for his sharply etched performances in over 100 productions, including 39 Broadway shows & 50 films over 54 year career.
Dec 29, 1980 · Sam Levene, the actor who in a career spanning more than 50 years created some of the legendary comic roles of the American theater, was found dead last night in his apartment in the St. Moritz...
Sam Levene was born Scholem Lewin on August 28, 1905 in Russia. He created the role of Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, a character librettist Abe Burrows wrote specifically for Levene.
