Born Name:  Patrick Henry Scarnato

Born Date:  August 28, 1924

Born Place:  Brooklyn, New York

Died Date:  February 18, 1982

Died Place:  Las Vegas, Nevada

Occupations:  Stand-up comedian

Brief Biography:  Pat Henry was most famous for serving as the longtime opening act for Frank Sinatra. Known for his rapid-fire jokes and close personal friendship with Sinatra, Henry opened for the legendary singer for over two decades, starting in 1958.

Early Life and Career:
The Sinatra Connection: Henry first appeared with Sinatra at the 500 Club in Atlantic City. He became a permanent fixture in Sinatra’s shows, typically performing a 30-minute monologue filled with one-liners and anecdotes, often poking gentle fun at Sinatra himself.
Television: He was a frequent guest on popular variety and talk shows, including multiple appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, The Dean Martin Show, The Ed Sullivan Show, and The Hollywood Palace.

Acting and Later Years:
Film Roles: Henry appeared in several films alongside Sinatra, including the mystery thrillers The Detective (1968) and Lady in Cement (1968).