He was a popular comedian, actor, and singer who was active in the early to mid-20th century. He was known for his distinctive high-pitched voice, his silly, exaggerated persona, and his ability to make audiences laugh with his slapstick humor.
Some other possibilities include:
* Ed Sullivan: While known primarily for his long-running television variety show, Sullivan was a successful comedian in his own right in the early part of the 20th century.
* Ed Gardner: Known for his role as Archie on the radio program "Duffy's Tavern," Gardner was a popular comedian in the 1940s and 1950s.
Do any of these sound familiar, or are you thinking of someone else?