Eddie Cantor

Eddie Cantor (born Isidore Itzkowitz 1892-1964) was an American comedian, actor, dancer, singer, songwriter, film producer, screenwriter and author. Cantor was one of the prominent entertainers of his era.His eye-rolling song-and-dance routines eventually led to his nickname "Banjo Eyes". Cantor's eyes became his trademark, often exaggerated in illustrations, and leading to his appearance on Broadway in the musical Banjo Eyes (1941).He helped to develop the March of Dimes and is credited with...See more

Eddie Cantor (born Isidore Itzkowitz 1892-1964) was an American comedian, actor, dancer, singer, songwriter, film producer, screenwriter and author. Cantor was one of the prominent entertainers of his era.His eye-rolling song-and-dance routines eventually led to his nickname "Banjo Eyes". Cantor's eyes became his trademark, often exaggerated in illustrations, and leading to his appearance on Broadway in the musical Banjo Eyes (1941).He helped to develop the March of Dimes and is credited with coining its name. Cantor was awarded an honorary Oscar in 1956 for distinguished service to the film industry. See less