Edgar Bergen

Born in Chicago, Illinois, USA on February 16, 1903 — died September 30, 1978 (aged 75)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Edgar John Bergen (born Edgar John Berggren, February 16, 1903 – September 30, 1978) was an American actor, comedian and radio performer, best known for his proficiency in ventriloquism and his characters Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd. He was the father of actress Candice Bergen.