Kay Kyser
June 18, 1905Rocky Mount, North Carolina, USA
Biography
James Kern Kyser (June 18, 1905 – July 23, 1985), known as Kay Kyser, was a popular radio personality and bandleader in the 1930's and 40's. Kyser's most popular show was Kay Kyser's Kollege of Musical Knowledge, which combined popular music with a quiz show format. It aired on Mutual Radio in 1938 and then moved to NBC Radio from 1939 to 1949. Kyser led the band as “The Ol’ Perfessor,” spouting signature catch phrases like, “That’s right—you’re wrong,” “Evenin’ folks, how y’all?” and “C'mon, chillun! Le's dance!”…
Filmography
Showbiz Goes to War
1982 · 10.0
Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 2
1941 · 7.0
Around the World
1943 · 6.8
Invisible Opponent
1933 · 6.5
Thousands Cheer
1943 · 6.4
Stage Door Canteen
1943 · 6.3
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If I Forget You
1940 · 6.2
That's Right – You're Wrong
1939 · 6.2
Swing Fever
1943 · 6.0
Africa Squeaks
1940 · 5.8
My Favorite Spy
1942 · 5.7
Playmates
1941 · 5.7