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The Man Who Made Elvis Laugh - A Life in American Comedy

by Sammy Shore

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Publisher Comments:

Very funny man. And, a very, very funny book. - Larry King. Las Vegas, Nevada - 1969: Two forces collide that change the entertainment world forever. Elvis Presley is launching a comeback career that reignites Rock 'N' Roll, and stand-up comic Sammy Shore is firing up audiences in breathless anticipation of The King. What brought these unique talents together, not only in laughter and friendship, but also in the loneliness and insecurity that fame can bring? Sammy Shore reveals it all, as only he can, in this hilariously funny and highly poignant story of his life with Elvis and beyond. You'll eavesdrop on Sammy's intimate talks with Elvis and his detailed conversations with the music and comedy greats of all time. Milton Berle, Sid Caesar and Jan Murray, to name just a few and also be front row center for all the hysterical routines that killed or bombed. You'll meet Sammy's son, Pauly Shore, just starting out in showbiz, the enigmatic Col. Parker, Brother Sam (Elvis' favorite preacher man) and the crazy cast of characters that formed Sammy's irreverent take on life today. So, join Sammy on his journey through it all - 'the smooth cruisin' and the #$&% potholes of life Because, he's The Man Who Made Elvis Laugh

Synopsis:

Stand-up comic Shore reveals it all, as only he can, in this hilariously funny and highly poignant story of his life with Elvis and beyond.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780977894598
Author:
Shore, Sammy
Publisher:
Tcb Joe Enterprises
Producer:
Lombardy, Daniel
Designed:
McMullen, Lauren
Subject:
Comedy
Subject:
Composers & Musicians - Rock
Subject:
Entertainment & Performing Arts - Comedians
Publication Date:
August 2008
Binding:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Pages:
312
Dimensions:
9.21x6.14x.75 in. 1.32 lbs.

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