Nationality American Spouse(s) Helen Haskell Died 26 September 1998 Genre Big band | Occupation Singer, announcer Children 1 son, Thomas Haskell Alma mater Northwestern University | |
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Born circa 1920 Akron, Ohio Similar José Melis, Les Brown, Connie Russell, Jack Paar, Skitch Henderson | ||
Jack Haskell (circa 1920 - September 26, 1998) was an American singer and announcer in the era of old-time radio and later in television.
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Early years
Haskell was born in Akron, Ohio and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. He majored in music at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.
Radio
While he was in college, Haskell sang on two Chicago stations, WBBM and WGN. and did commercials on the Fitch Bandwagon. Over the years, he was a regular on Varieties, The Jim Backus Show The Peter Lind Hayes Show, Stop the Music, and Music from the Heart of America.
Later in his career, he was one of the hosts for Monitor.
Personal appearances
After finishing college, Haskell sang with Les Brown and his orchestra. Later in his career, he sang in supper clubs.
Military service
During World War II, Haskell was a flight instructor for the United States Navy.
Television
Haskell moved from Chicago to New York City to be with Dave Garroway on the first iteration of Today. He was also on The Ed Sullivan Show, The Mike Douglas Show, The Bell Telephone Hour, The Garry Moore Show, Garroway at Large, The Dave Garroway Show, The Jack Paar Show, Of All Things, Stop the Music, and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.
Stage
Haskell played Pat Gregory in the Broadway production of Mr. President. He was also active in summer stock theatre, including Gypsy in 1970.
Personal life
Haskell had a wife, Helen, and a son, Thomas.
Death
Haskell died September 26, 1998, at the Actors Fund Nursing Home in Englewood, New Jersey.