{"id":26128,"date":"2025-01-03T03:40:36","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T03:40:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usapress.info\/?p=26128"},"modified":"2025-01-03T03:40:36","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T03:40:36","slug":"jerry-lewis-comedian-and-actor-has-passed-away-at-91","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usapress.info\/?p=26128","title":{"rendered":"Jerry Lewis, comedian and actor, has passed away at 91"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Jerry Lewis, iconic comedian and actor, passed away at 91 in Las Vegas. Known for his partnership with Dean Martin, Lewis became a beloved figure in comedy. He accumulated over 74 acting credits, starring in films like \u201cThe Nutty Professor\u201d and \u201cThe Bellboy.\u201d Lewis also became famous for hosting the annual Muscular Dystrophy Telethon, raising millions for the cause. A versatile performer, he succeeded in film, TV, nightclubs, and Broadway. 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