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Bert Parks - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 30, 1914 |
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| Died | February 02, 1992 (age 77) |
| Birthplace | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Bert Parks's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Host of the Miss America Pageant (1955–1979) |
Intro
Bert Parks was an American actor, singer, and radio and television announcer, best known for hosting the Miss America Pageant for over two decades.
Early Life & Background
Bert Parks was born Bertram Jacobson in Atlanta, Georgia. He began his career in entertainment at a young age, working in radio and performing in local theater before moving to New York to further pursue show business.
Career Highlights
- Host of the Miss America Pageant from 1955 to 1979
- Hosted radio shows such as 'Break the Bank' and television game shows including 'The Big Payoff' and 'Stop the Music'
- Appeared in musicals, such as a Broadway revival of 'Bye Bye Birdie'
- Recorded the iconic song 'There She Is, Miss America'
Trivia
- He was dismissed from the Miss America Pageant in 1979, which led to public outcry.
- Performed in Las Vegas, summer stock theater, and made guest appearances on television shows later in his career.
- He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Bert Parks born?
Bert Parks was born the 30 December 1914.
Where is Bert Parks from?
Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 30th, 1914, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 30th, 1914 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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