Fran Allison

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Frances Helen Allison (November 20, 1907 – June 13, 1989) was an American television and radio comedian, personality and singer. She is best known for her starring role on the puppet show Kukla, Fran and Ollie, which ran from 1947–1957, occasionally returning to the air until the mid-1980s. The trio also hosted The CBS Children's Film Festival, introducing international children's films, from 1967-1977. Allison was married to music publisher Archie Levington. For contributions to the television industry, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6763 Hollywood Boulevard. Additionally, she appeared with puppets Kukla and Ollie on a 44¢ US commemorative postage stamp issued on August 11, 2009.

Known For

The Muppet Movie

as Additional Muppet Performer

What's My Line?

as Self - Panelist

The Colgate Comedy Hour

as Self

This Is Your Life

as Self

The Merv Griffin Show

as Self

The Mike Douglas Show

as Self

Kukla, Fran and Ollie

as Fran

The Steve Allen Show

as Self - Kukla Fran & Ollie

Tonight Starring Jack Paar

as Self

Damn Yankees

as Meg Boyd