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    BornWonga Philip Harris · June 24, 1904 · Linton, Indiana, U.S.
    DiedAugust 11, 1995 (aged 91) · Rancho Mirage, California, U.S.
    SpousesMarcia Ralston · (m. 1927; div. 1940) · Alice Faye (m. 1941)
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    Early life and career

    Harris was born in Linton, Indiana on June 24, 1904, but grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and identified himself as a Southerner. His hallmark song was "That's What I Like About the South." He had a trace of a S… See more

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    In 1936, Harris became musical director of The Jell-O Program Starring Jack Benny singing and leading his band, with Mahlon Merrick writing much of the show's music. When Harris exhibited a knack for snappy one-liners, … See more

    Recording career

    Harris was recording songs as early as 1931. He sang with a deep baritone voice. Songs by Harris include the early 1950s novelty song, "The Thing". The song describes the hapless finder of a box with a mysterious … See more

    Later career

    In 1956, Harris appeared in the film Good-bye, My Lady. He made numerous guest appearances on 1960s and 1970s television series, including The Steve Allen Show, the Kraft Music Hall, Burke's Law, F Troop, The Dean Marti… See more

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    “Phil Harris was called home and will forever be remembered,” wrote the crew of the Alaskan crab boat the Northwestern, one of his rivals on the show. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to Phil Harris. May God bless and care for Phil and his family,” posted the crew of the Time Bandit, another boat from the show.

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    What did Phil Harris do in the 1930s?
    During the 1930s, Harris began a radio career usually ranging from acting roles to music director, sometimes partnering with Jack Benny. He and his wife, Alice Faye, began co-hosting The Fitch Bandwagon, a comedy-variety program that would evolve into The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show.

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    How did Phil Harris die?
    Phil Harris died of a heart attack in 1995 at the age of 91, in Palm Springs after a heart attack. Three years later, Alice Faye passed away from stomach cancer. Harris was inducted into the Indiana Hall of Fame two years prior to his passing. In Riverside County, California, at Forest Lawn-Cathedral City, Harris and Faye are buried.

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    Remembering Captain Phil Harris. His wiki, bio, net worth, wife, and kids. He was a legend of the Bering Sea, a fearless leader who braved the harsh waters and brutal storms to catch the elusive king crab. He was a mentor to many, a friend to all, and a father to two sons who followed in his footsteps.

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    Why did Phil Harris join the Jell-O Show?
    Harris joined The Jell-O Show Starring Jack Benny (later renamed The Jack Benny Program) in 1936 as musical director. He sang, led his band, and, when his penchant for witty one-liners became apparent, joined the Benny ensemble as Phil Harris, a brash, hard-drinking, hipster-talking Southerner whose good nature overcame his ego.

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    Who is Phil Harris wife Alice Faye?
    In 1946, Harris and wife Alice Faye began co-hosting The Fitch Bandwagon, a comedy-variety program that followed the Jack Benny show on Sunday nights. On The Fitch Bandwagon and its later incarnation as The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show, Harris played a vain, stumbling husband, while Faye played his sarcastic but loving wife.

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