Jerry Lewis: Clown Icon

Though Lewis was already an established performer before he joined with Martin, it was their partnership that made him a household name.
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In Front of the Camera
Though Lewis was already an established performer before he joined with Martin, it was their partnership that made him a household name. The duo was signed to movie deals and made countless appearances on television, on The Colgate Comedy Hour and, in 1952, the NBC show, Martin and Lewis, above.

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