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BIO

Danny Kaye was an American actor, singer, dancer, comedian, musician, philanthropist, and cook. His performances featured physical comedy, idiosyncratic pantomimes, and rapid-fire novelty songs.



Kaye starred in 17 films, notably Wonder Man (1945), The Kid from Brooklyn (1946), The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947), The Inspector General (1949), Hans Christian Andersen (1952), White Christmas (1954), and The Court Jester (1955). His films were popular, especially for his performances of patter songs and favorites such as "Inchworm" and "The Ugly Duckling".

He was the first ambassador-at-large of UNICEF in 1954 and received the French Legion of Honour in 1986 for his years of work with the organization.

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STAGE CREDITS

Two By Two
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1970
Noah
Danny Kaye
[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1963
Performer
Danny Kaye
[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1953
Let's Face It!
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1941
Jerry Walker
Lady in the Dark
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1941
Russell Paxton
The Straw Hat Revue
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1939
Performer

Writing

Movies

Autumn Laughter
[ 1938 ]
Up in Arms
[ 1944 ] Danny Weems
Wonder Man
[ 1945 ] Edwin Dingle / Buzzy Bellew
The Kid from Brooklyn
[ 1946 ] Burleigh Sullivan
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
[ 1947 ] Walter Mitty
A Song Is Born
[ 1948 ] Professor Hobart Frisbee
The Inspector General
[ 1949 ] Georgi
On the Riviera
[ 1951 ] Jack Martin / Henri Duran
24th Annual Academy Awards
[ 1952 ] Self - Host
Hans Christian Andersen
[ 1952 ] Hans Christian Andersen
Knock on Wood
[ 1954 ] Jerry Morgan / Papa Morgan / Clarence
White Christmas
[ 1954 ] Phil Davis
The Court Jester
[ 1955 ] Hubert Hawkins
Me and the Colonel
[ 1958 ] S.L. Jacobowsky
Merry Andrew
[ 1958 ] Andrew Larabee
The Five Pennies
[ 1959 ] Red' Nichols
Lifetime of Comedy
[ 1960 ]
On the Double
[ 1961 ] Pfc. Ernie Williams
The Man from the Diners' Club
[ 1963 ] Ernest Klenk
The Madwoman of Chaillot
[ 1969 ] The Ragpicker
Children of the World
[ 1971 ] Self - Host
Here Comes Peter Cottontail
[ 1971 ] Seymour S. Sassafras / Antoine / Col. Wellington B. Bunny - Voice
The Enchanted World of Danny Kaye: The Emperor's New Clothes
[ 1972 ] Marmaduke - Voice
Peter Pan
[ 1976 ] Captain Hook / Mr. Darling
Pinocchio
[ 1976 ] Geppetto / Boris Stroganoff
Ringling Bros. And Barnum & Bailey Circus - 109th Edition
[ 1979 ] Host
Once They Marched Through a Thousand Towns
[ 1981 ] Max Feldman

TV Shows

The Colgate Comedy Hour
[ 1953-1955 ] Phil Davis, Hans Christian Anderson
Alan Melville Takes You from A-Z
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
The Lucy Show
Danny Kaye
The Danny Kaye Show
[ 1963-1967 ]
The Twilight Zone
Gaspar
The Cosby Show
Dr. Burns
Star Trek: Enterprise
Hubert Hawkins
Banda sonora
Phil Davis
Musings of the Classic Sherlock Holmes Actor
Red Nichols

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 1953 - Special Tony Award

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Cape Ann Symphony Will Perform Classical Favorites with Guest Artist Grisha Goryachev Photo
Cape Ann Symphony Will Perform Classical Favorites with Guest Artist Grisha Goryachev
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

Cape Ann Symphony will continue Season 74 at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 PM with MOZART, MENDELSSOHN, AND RODRIGO featuring guest artist world renowned classical and flamenco guitarist Grisha Goryachev.
Andy Karl, Brandon Victor Dixon and More to Celebrate Louis Armstrong at the Kaye Pla Photo
Andy Karl, Brandon Victor Dixon and More to Celebrate Louis Armstrong at the Kaye Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026

Broadway's Andy Karl and Brandon Victor Dixon will join jazz artists Champian Fulton and Catherine Russell for 'Louis Armstrong: A Celebration of the Father of Jazz' at the Kaye Playhouse.
Review: Bobby Underwood Is Hilarious in THANK YOU, TOM LEHRER at City Winery Photo
Review: Bobby Underwood Is Hilarious in THANK YOU, TOM LEHRER at City Winery
by Jarrett Winters Morley - Jan 1, 2026

A journey through the music & life of Mr. Tom Lehrer on 12/28 and 12/29. With a fully packed house, Bobby Underwood (our host, narrator, and main performer) set up the entire performance for success.
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Theatre Under The Stars Photo
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Theatre Under The Stars
by Brett Cullum - Dec 12, 2025

Going into Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS, you already know what you are in for. Most people have seen the film starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen, released in 1954.
Review: 'WE LOVE THE WINTER WEATHER - An Excellent Weather Outlook at Birdland Photo
Review: 'WE LOVE THE WINTER WEATHER - An Excellent Weather Outlook at Birdland
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 9, 2025

KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Todd Murray & Jeff Harnar brought a truly unique holiday show to the legendary venue on December 8. See photos and a review of the show.
Review: IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Musicalfare At Shea’s 710 Theatre Photo
Review: IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Musicalfare At Shea’s 710 Theatre
by Michael Rabice - Dec 7, 2025

A heartfelt holiday story based on a beloved Christmas film sprinkled with iconic Irving Berlin tunes just about sums up the delightful stage musical WHITE CHRISTMAS now on stage at Shea’s 710 Theatre. Musicalfare has settled into their  new digs after a record breaking production of COME FROM AWAY. Let’s just say, their new home fits like a glove
Review: Poiema Artistry Theatre Co.'s IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS Photo
Review: Poiema Artistry Theatre Co.'s IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Jeffrey Kare - Dec 7, 2025

Based on Michael Curtiz’ 1954 Academy Award nomination film musical of the same name. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas follows veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis who have formed a successful song-and-dance act after World War II.
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at TexArts Photo
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at TexArts
by Sabrina Wallace - Nov 25, 2025

TexArts delivers a sparkling White Christmas that feels like stepping straight into a vintage snow globe. Ray De Jones charms, Maclain Dassati channels Danny Kaye with his own flair, and the ensemble dazzles with polished taps and lush harmonies. Lavish period costumes, timeless Irving Berlin tunes, and pure holiday joy. A cozy, nostalgic treat for the season.
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL Photo
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL
by Tina St. Angelo - Nov 25, 2025

An aptly titled song from one of the greatest songwriters of the 20th Century, Irving Berlin. The holiday offering at Aurora’s Paramount Theatre is Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. Jeff Award-winning director Stephen Schellhardt has created a musical that will stay with you long after the last note is played and the last bow taken.
Photos: Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Paramount Theatre Photo
Photos: Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Paramount Theatre
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025

Check out official production photos from Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Paramount Theatre, running November 12, 2025 through January 11, 2026.
WE LOVE THE WINTER WEATHER: SONGS OF THE HOLIDAYS to Run at Birdland Photo
WE LOVE THE WINTER WEATHER: SONGS OF THE HOLIDAYS to Run at Birdland
by Gillian Blum - Nov 16, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club will present the special evening “We Love the Winter Weather: Songs of the Season” – starring KT Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, Stacy Sullivan, and Todd Murray – on Monday, December 8 at 7 p.m.
Interview: Bobby Becher of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Circa 21 Photo
Interview: Bobby Becher of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Circa 21
by Jared Fessler - Nov 9, 2025

A timeless holiday favorite is lighting up the stage this season as Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse presents Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, running through December 28 in Rock Island.
Interview: Sarah Beth Ganey of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Circa 21 Photo
Interview: Sarah Beth Ganey of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Circa 21
by Jared Fessler - Nov 9, 2025

A timeless holiday favorite is lighting up the stage this season as Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse presents Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, running through December 28 in Rock Island.
IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Comes to Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse Photo
IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Comes to Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

A legendary holiday-film starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye will be brought to theatrical life when Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse presents the eagerly awaited return of IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS.
BWW Q&A: Stephen Schellhardt of Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paramount Theatre Photo
BWW Q&A: Stephen Schellhardt of Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paramount Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Nov 4, 2025

Paramount Theatre will continue its 14th Broadway Series with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, running November 12, 2025 through January 11, 2026. Opening night is Friday, November 21 at 7 p.m.
Paramount Theatre to Present IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS Photo
Paramount Theatre to Present IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025

Paramount Theatre in Aurora will stage Irving Berlin’s White Christmas from November 12, 2025, to January 11, 2026, with opening night on Friday, November 21 at 7 p.m.
Cast Set for PORCHLIGHT SINGS THE SEASON World Premiere Photo
Cast Set for PORCHLIGHT SINGS THE SEASON World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has revealed the cast for the next production in its 31st season, the world premiere of Porchlight Sings the Season. Learn more!
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Review: THE WICKED STAGE Offers Anecdotes and Star Power at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 10, 2025

Christine Pedi and Michael Lavine have a good thing going at 54 Below.
WHITE CHRISTMAS to be Presented at Paramount Theatre This Holiday Season Photo
WHITE CHRISTMAS to be Presented at Paramount Theatre This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025

xNostalgia, pageantry and spectacle come to life in Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, the most iconic holiday musical of all time, next in Paramount’s 14th Broadway Series.
Interview: Jeremy Sussman: FROM NO BUSINESS TO SHOW BUSINESS at Don't Tell Mama Photo
Interview: Jeremy Sussman: FROM NO BUSINESS TO SHOW BUSINESS at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 17, 2025

Through lesser-known and quirky novelty songs as well as Great American Songbook standards, Jeremy Sussman tells the story of pursuing a career in law to please his parents while performing on the side.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Danny Kaye been in?

Danny Kaye has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Danny Kaye been in?

Danny Kaye has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Danny Kaye been nominated for?

Danny Kaye has been nominated for a Special Tony Award at the Tony Awards.

What awards has Danny Kaye won?

Danny Kaye has won the Special Tony Award at the Tony Awards.

How many shows has Danny Kaye written?

Danny Kaye has written 1 shows including Danny and Sylvia: The Danny Kaye Musical (Composer).

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