As a child on stage, Martha Raye (1916-1994) proudly embraced the role of the clown, her gift for slapstick comedy enhanced by a fine singing voice. Drawing on new interviews with colleagues, this retrospective covers the life and career of an enduringly funny lady who influenced a generation of women comedians.  Meer

Drawing on personal papers, interviews with family and friends and genealogical research, this first account of Rochelle Hudson’s life and work depicts a talented and outspoken woman who built a successful career on her own terms.  Meer

Details the thirty situation comedies, that are originally broadcasted on American television between 1952 and 1969, including ""Angel"", ""The Governor and J.  Meer

Most of the bright and talented actresses who made America laugh in the 1950s are off the air. This book pays tribute to 10 prominent television actresses who played lead roles in popular comedy shows of the 1950s.  Meer

This extensively researched survey of Gale Storm’s life and career, featuring interviews with family, friends, and colleagues, offers previously unpublished details of her upbringing, personal joys and challenges, and later years out of the Hollywood spotlight.  Meer

An Oscar-winning Best Actress for her tour-de-force role in ""Come Back, Little Sheba"", Shirley Booth would ultimately win every major acting award that could be bestowed on an actress.  Meer

Dubbed ""The Dollar Bills,"" William H. Pine and William C. Thomas made 1940s Hollywood take notice with their B movies that gave solid entertainment while cutting costs to the bone.  Meer

He was Red Skelton's favorite director, and mentored Lucille Ball in the art of physical comedy. In his 15-year Hollywood career, S. Sylvan Simon directed and produced more than 40 films.  Meer