Ed Gardner

Ed Gardner (born Edward Poggenberg; June 29, 1901 – August 17, 1963) was an American comic actor, writer and director, best remembered as the creator and star of the radio's popular Duffy's Tavern comedy series.

For other people named Edward Gardner, see Edward Gardner (disambiguation).
Ed Gardner
Gardner as Archie (left) with Ransom Sherman, the host of the radio program which replaced Duffy's Tavern for its summer hiatus.
Born
Edward Poggenberg

(1901-06-29)June 29, 1901
Astoria, Queens, New York City, U.S.
DiedAugust 17, 1963(1963-08-17) (aged 62)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Occupations
  • Actor
  • writer
  • director
Years active1931–1962
Known forCreator and star of the radio's popular Duffy's Tavern comedy series.
Notable workDuffy's Tavern, The Man with My Face
Spouses
Shirley Booth
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(m. 1929; div. 1942)​
    Simone Hegemann
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    (m. 1943)​
    Children2

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