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Jack Douglas
A sharp observer with a talent for turning everyday life into comedy, he brought his wit to radio, television, and a popular series of humor books. His writing and appearances helped define the breezy, irreverent style of mid-century American entertainment.
2 Audiobooks
Dead World
by Jack Douglas
Test Rocket!
by Jack Douglas
About the author
Jack Douglas (1908–1989) was an American comedy writer, author, and television personality. He wrote material for performers including Bob Hope, Red Skelton, George Gobel, Jimmy Durante, and Jack Paar, working across radio and television during the golden age of variety and talk shows.
He was also the author of several humor books, beginning with My Brother Was an Only Child. Douglas became a familiar guest on Jack Paar’s programs in the late 1950s and early 1960s, and later appeared on shows hosted by Merv Griffin, Dick Cavett, and Johnny Carson.
Known for his quick wit and offbeat perspective, Douglas continued to write and perform throughout his career. His work remains a lively record of American comedy in the mid-20th century.