Liberace

Wladziu Valentino Liberace (May 16, 1919 – February 4, 1987), better known by the stage name Liberace (and known to his friends as Lee), was a charismatic American entertainer.

Television

He had a network television program in the 1950s which for a time had higher ratings than I Love Lucy. His brother George led the program's backing band. He became known for his extravagant costumes, personal charm and self-deprecating wit. His public image became linked with one ever present stage prop, a silver candelabrum perched on his piano. By 1955 he was making $50,000 per week at the Riviera nightclub in Las Vegas and had over 160 official fan clubs with a quarter of a million member fans (who throughout his career were mostly middle-aged women). He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960 for his contributions to the television industry.

Related Topics:
Television - 1950s - I Love Lucy - Candelabrum - Las Vegas - Hollywood Walk of Fame

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In 1966 he appeared in two highly rated episodes of the campy US television series Batman. During the 1970s his appearances included guest roles on episodes of Here's Lucy and Kojak.

Related Topics:
Batman - Here's Lucy - Kojak

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