Dayton Allen

Dayton Allen
Allen as some of the characters he performed on The Steve Allen Show, and also as himself, 1959.
Born
Dayton Allen Bolke

(1919-09-24)September 24, 1919
New York City, U.S.
DiedNovember 11, 2004(2004-11-11) (aged 85)
Hendersonville, North Carolina, U.S.
Occupation(s)Comedian, voice actor
Years active1937–1985
Spouse
Elvi Allen
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(m. 1958)​
RelativesBradley Bolke (brother)

Dayton Allen (born Dayton Allen Bolke; September 24, 1919 – November 11, 2004) was an American comedian and voice actor.[1] He was one of the "men in the street" on The Steve Allen Show. His catchphrase was "Why not, Bubbe?" (pronounced "whooooyyy not!")[2]

  1. ^ "Dayton Allen". Archived from the original on September 4, 2018.
  2. ^ "Dayton Allen, 85, TV Voice Artist".