Cass Daley

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Born Name:  Catherine Dailey

Born Date:  July 17, 1915

Born Place:  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Died Date:  March 22, 1975

Died Place:  Hollywood, California

Occupations:  Actress, comedian, singer

Brief Biography:  Cass Daley was a popular American comedienne, singer, and actress known for her energetic, loud, and zany persona in 1940s Hollywood films and radio. Born Catherine Dailey in Philadelphia, she rose from nightclub performer to a regular on NBC radio shows, including The Fitch Bandwagon and her own The Cass Daley Show.

Early Life and Career
Start: Began her career as a singer in nightclubs before transitioning to radio as a band vocalist.
Rise to Fame: Became popular in the 1940s for her comedic style, often playing "flapper" types or eccentric characters.

Radio and Film Success:
Radio Regular: Appeared on major programs including The Frank Morgan Show (1944-1945), The Bob Burns Show, and The Bob Hope Show.
Film Roles: Acted in movies such as The Fleet's In (1942) and was known for her musical comedy performances.
Wartime Contributions: Actively supported troops by appearing on programs like Command Performance and G.I. Journal.
The Cass Daley Show: Launched her own half-hour variety program in 1950.