Comedians who died on February 6

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on February 6. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1991 Danny Thomas

  Danny Thomas was an American comedian, actor, singer, and philanthropist, best known for creating and starring in the television sitcom 'Make Room for Daddy' (later retitled 'The Danny Thomas Show'). He was a prominent figure in entertainment during the mid-20th century and is also recognized as the founder of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. [bio]