Joe E. Lewis

Comedian, TV Actor

1902 – 1971

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Who was Joe E. Lewis?

Joe E. Lewis, born Joseph Klewan in New York City, was an American comedian and singer.

Famous Quotes:

  • The way taxes are, you might as well marry for love.
  • A man is never drunk if he can lay on the floor without holding on.
  • It doesn't matter whether you are rich or poor -- as long as you've got money.
  • I drink to forget I drink.
  • I distrust camels, and anyone else who can go a week without a drink.
  • I would take a bomb, but I can't stand the noise.
  • I've been on such a losing streak that if I had been around I would have taken General Custer and given points.
  • Show me a friend in need and I'll show you a pest.
  • I don't like money actually, but it quiets the nerves.
  • I don't drink any more than the man next to me, and the man next to me is Dean Martin.

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Born
Jan 12, 1902
New York City
Also known as
  • Joseph Klewan
  • Joe Lewis
Spouses
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Lived in
  • New York City
Died
Jun 4, 1971
New York City
Resting place
Cedar Park Cemetery, Emerson

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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