Comedians who died on August 27

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on August 27. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1964 Gracie Allen

  Gracie Allen was an American comedienne best known as part of the comedy duo Burns and Allen, alongside her husband George Burns. Renowned for her distinctive comedic style, she was a popular radio, television, and film performer during the early to mid-20th century. [bio]