Phil Baker

American comedian and emcee on radio (1896–1963)
Person human Q4353505
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Phil Baker

Summary

Phil Baker is a human[1]. Born in Philadelphia[2], he… he was born on August 26, 1896[3]. He passed away in Copenhagen[4]. He died on November 30, 1963[5]. He worked as an actor[6], comedian[7], composer[8], songwriter[9], and accordionist[10]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (37 views/month, #7,264 of 1,000,298).[11]

Key Facts

  • Born in Philadelphia[2], Phil Baker…
  • Phil Baker passed away in Copenhagen[4].
  • Phil Baker was born on August 26, 1896[3].
  • Phil Baker was born on August 24, 1896[12].
  • Phil Baker died on November 30, 1963[5].
  • Burial took place at Holmen Cemetery[13].
  • Among Phil Baker's spouses was Peggy Cartwright[14].
  • Phil Baker held citizenship in United States[15].
  • English was Phil Baker's native language[16].
  • Phil Baker's professions included actor[6].
  • Phil Baker's professions included comedian[7].
  • Phil Baker worked as a composer[8].
  • Phil Baker worked as a songwriter[9].
  • Phil Baker's professions included accordionist[10].
  • Phil Baker worked as an author[17].
  • Phil Baker received the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18].
  • Phil Baker is recorded as male[19].
  • Phil Baker's instance of is recorded as human[20].
  • Phil Baker's Commons category is recorded as Phil Baker (comedian)[21].
  • Phil Baker was part of the conflict World War I[22].
  • Phil Baker's family name is recorded as Baker[23].
  • Phil Baker's given name is recorded as Phil[24].
  • Phil Baker's instrument is recorded as accordion[25].
  • Phil Baker's languages spoken, written or signed is recorded as English[26].
  • Phil Baker's name in native language is recorded as {'lang': 'en', 'text': 'Phil Baker'}[27].

Body

Origins and Family

Phil Baker was born in Philadelphia[2]. Recorded date of birth include August 26, 1896[3] and August 24, 1896[12]. English was his native language[16].

Career and Affiliations

Recorded occupations include actor[6], comedian[7], composer[8], songwriter[9], accordionist[10], and author[17].

Recognition

Phil Baker received the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18].

Personal Life

Among Phil Baker's spouses was Peggy Cartwright[14].

Death and Burial

Phil Baker died on November 30, 1963[5]. He passed away in Copenhagen[4]. Burial took place at Holmen Cemetery[13].

Why It Matters

Phil Baker ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (37 views/month, #7,264 of 1,000,298).[11] He has Wikipedia articles in 8 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28]

FAQs

Where was Phil Baker born?

Born in Philadelphia[2], Phil Baker…

Where did Phil Baker die?

Phil Baker passed away in Copenhagen[4].

Who was Phil Baker married to?

Phil Baker's spouses include Peggy Cartwright[14].

What did Phil Baker do for work?

Phil Baker worked as actor[6], comedian[7], composer[8], songwriter[9], and accordionist[10].

What awards did Phil Baker receive?

Honors received include star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18].

References

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Direct Wikidata claims

  1. [2] . wikidata.org.
  2. [4] . wikidata.org.
  3. [19] . Virtual International Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  4. [14] . wikidata.org.
  5. [15] . wikidata.org.
  6. [20] . BnF authorities. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  7. [16] . wikidata.org.
  8. [6] . wikidata.org.
  9. [7] . wikidata.org.
  10. [8] . wikidata.org.
  11. [9] . wikidata.org.
  12. [10] . wikidata.org.
  13. [17] . wikidata.org.
  14. [13] . gravsted.dk. wikidata.org.
  15. [18] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  16. [21] . wikidata.org.
  17. [3] . BnF authorities. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  18. [12] . The New York Times. Retrieved . nyti.ms. Provenance: wikidata.org.
  19. [5] . BnF authorities. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  20. [22] . wikidata.org.
  21. [23] . wikidata.org.
  22. [24] . wikidata.org.
  23. [25] . wikidata.org.
  24. [26] . wikidata.org.
  25. [27] . wikidata.org.

Class ancestry

  1. [1] . Wikidata. wikidata.org.

Aggregate / graph-position facts

  1. [11] . Wikimedia Foundation. dumps.wikimedia.org.
  2. [28] . Wikidata sitelinks. wikidata.org.

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