Fran Allison
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaFrances 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.
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Date of Birth
Nov 20, 1907
Place of Birth
La Porte City, Iowa, USA
Date of Death
Jun 13, 1989
Age
81
Known For
Acting
Also Known As
Frances Helen Allison
Frances Allison
