Gummo marx biography of donald

American comedian (1892–1977)

Milton "Gummo" Marx (October 23, 1892 – April 21, 1977) was an American vaudevillian performer, actor, comedian, and theatrical agent.^[1] He was the second youngest of the five Marx Brothers.

Gummo marx biography of donald

Born in Manhattan, he worked with his brothers on the vaudeville circuit, leaving the act when he was drafted into the US Army in 1918 during World War I and replaced by his brother Zeppo. He had no taste for the theatre and became a successful businessman.

Early life

Marx was born in Manhattan, New York City, on October 23, 1892.^{[note 1]} His parents were Sam Marx (called "Frenchie" throughout his life), and Minnie Schoenberg Marx. Marx's family was Jewish.

His mother was from Dornum in East Frisia, and his father was a native of Alsace and worked as a tailor.^[2][3][4]

Career

Gummo was the first of his brothers to make his debut on stage, pretending to be a dummy in an act with his un