Jack Hanna
Presenter, TV Personality
1947 –
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Who is Jack Hanna?
John Bushnell "Jack" Hanna is an American zookeeper who is the Director Emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. He was Director of the zoo from 1978 to 1993, and is viewed as largely responsible for elevating its quality and reputation. His media appearances, particularly with David Letterman, have made him one of the most notable animal experts in the United States. Hanna, nicknamed "Jungle Jack", is known for his khaki safari outfit, deep tan, and Southern accent.
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- Born
- Jan 2, 1947
Knoxville - Also known as
- 'Jungle' Jack Hanna
- John Bushnell Hanna
- John Bushnell "Jack" Hanna
- Jungle Jack
- Spouses
- Suzi Egli
(1968/12/20 - )
- Suzi Egli
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Otterbein University
- Muskingum University
- The Kiski School
- Lived in
- Columbus
- Ohio
- Knoxville
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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