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I am a 54 year old Humanities professor with a Ph.D. in Philosophy. I was too young to really appreciate Benny when he was alive, but I did enjoy his show and specials in the late 50's through the 60's. I hadn't really thought too much about him until recently picking up the 40 show Best of Benny DVD. I sat down to see how the shows held up and I was amazed at the world it recreated. It was so much richer, deeper, and funnier than I remembered. I think his show may have been the funniest thing on 1950's American television. Thanks for this great site keeping this rich and funny world alive.
Jay Raskin jayraskin1@yahoo.com
Orlando, Florida USA - May 12, 2008 8:13 AM

Cora (Folsom) Salisbury is my great great great aunt and I have been doing research on her and it was very interesting to hear about her in Ben's (Jack's) collection of information.  Thank you. 
Tammy Wright wrightstyle4@aol.com
Oshkosh, WI USA - May 09, 2008 12:01 PM

Just looking for Jack info on web and found your site.  I've been enjoying shows for years.
David Browne dbrowne@graffiti.net
Tylertown, Ms USA - May 06, 2008 1:52 PM

Hello,i have always loved Jack Benny and his show and the cast he had.I just purchased the very best of the Jack Benny show 4 disc box set,and its just great to watch.I have not stopped watching this set since i bought it a few days ago.I am 38 yrs old and Jack Benny is not gone as long as we have video of him to enjoy forever.
clay murray mysterytrain88@hotmail.com
marblehead, mass USA - May 05, 2008 7:35 PM

Laura thanx again for a wonderful May chat and will see you on June 15...
ed kienzler afanofoldradio1970@att.net
springfield, illinois USA -

Love Jack!  It's wonderful to live in a time when modern technology can give us the enjoyment of yesteryear, just like we were there...If I could choose a time frame to live...
robert franks sknarf1760@yahoo.com
columbia, tn USA - April 28, 2008 5:08 PM

We desperately need Jack Benny today! Modern comics are good for what they do, but they seem to lack the innosence that Jack Benny brought to the table. As an artist, musician, actor and teacher, I have tried with some degree of success to bring the sentimentality and class of great artists like Mr Benny to my own work, with varying success. I would love to have some concrete comments from those who know his material better than I to help me in this venture. Incidentially, I turned 39 on my last birthday. My mother asked what I wanted to do for my 40th. I told her "I'm not going to have one. I'm 39 and holding!"
Johnny Harnett jbnbrnett@aol.com
Ojai, CA USA - April 28, 2008 1:41 AM

Just Curious
Russell Haynes rdh4404@yahoo.com
The Woodlands, TX USA - April 25, 2008 8:01 PM

I was fortunate to be invited to be one of five singers who attended what would have been Jack Benny's 100th birthday on February 14, 1994 in Chicago at the Chicago Cultural Arts Center. Together we sang "Love in Bloom." Jack's daughter was in attendance, along with many other family members and friends. There were some very talented actors who impersonated Jack, Rockchester, Phil Harris, etc. who did a radio show re-inactment. Somehow Chuck Shadden was involved in orchestrating this event. Somewhere at home I have a tape of the event and I will be looking for it tonight!
Ken Busse kennethebusse@yahoo.com
Gurnee, IL USA - April 21, 2008 2:35 PM

Jack is my favorite.
Jeff Garlin jeffgarlin@yahoo.com
Hollywood, CA USA - April 20, 2008 12:20 AM

Thanks to SIRIUS radio, i know what great radio is, or was in this case. I love all the oldies, but Jack and the gang are my favorites. Thank you Jack, Mary, Phil and all the rest, for the best laughs ive ever had.
Rodney Martin Oneeyedjack@triad.rr.com Winston Salem, NC USA - April 17, 2008 8:02 PM

2 of my favorite Old Time Radio Shows are The Jack Benny Show and The Phil Harris and Alice Faye Show.  The interaction between all of the cast members on both shows was incredibly funny  and I can only imagine that they must have all had a blast doing these shows.
Marty McElroy marty_mcelroy@yahoo.com
Seattle, WA USA - April 16, 2008 6:17 PM

I'm 33 yrs. old and comedy routines have changed over the years.  Last fall, out of curiosity, I began listening to the Jack Benny Show on my satellite radio.  I was addicted!!  I have such great appreciation for comedy from  that era.  Jack, Mary, and Eddie (Rochester) are my all time favorites now.
Jason Frazier jason.e.frazier@hotmail.com
West Richland, WA USA - April 13, 2008 9:23 AM

i love jack's special timing and family jokes.
ari lurie
San Francisco, CA USA - April 02, 2008 4:47 PM

Looking forward to connecting and sharing the laughs of the past!!!!! Thankyou, Amy
Amy Rubinstein AMY5148VT@aol.com
Great Neck, NY USA - March 29, 2008 4:11 PM

I grew up watching Jack Benny and now live just 15 miles from Waukegan.
Bob Gilbertson gilby67@comcast.net
Antioch, IL USA - March 27, 2008 8:57 PM

I RECENTLY BOUGHT 4 DVDS OF JACK BENNY. I WAS BORN IN 1964 AND DONT REMEMBER HIS SHOW BUT FOR BITS AND PEICES SEEN ON OTHER SHOWS. WOW IT SURE IS COOL TO GET LOST BACK IN A TIME WHERE I WAS NOT THERE. WISH I WAS. AT THE END OF ANOTHER BAD NEWS DAY. HIS SHOWS ARE WONDERFUL. SURE IS A GREAT WAY TO SPEND JUST BEFORE BED.
jerry cherney geraldcherney@yahoo.com
brownhelm, ohio USA - March 26, 2008 5:13 PM

Jack Benny is a legend. I can't view enough of his old shows, they are simply terrific!
Joseph Gennarelli jpg30@earthlink.net
Wesley Chapel, FL USA - March 13, 2008 7:51 PM

Jack Benny is as timeless today as he was 60 years ago.  Just received a 20-hour collection. Look forward to listening to my 9-year-old daughter, a new Jack Benny fan.
Steve Metzger stevemet@yahoo.com
New York, NY USA - March 01, 2008 11:22 AM

Just saw the Jack Benny special on WEDU and it just brought back a lot of memories. Always been partial to the old time comics.
douglas George pursley snap@tampabay.rr.com
Pine Ridge, Florida USA - February 28, 2008 11:15 AM

Want to see some old video
Randy E Dye randyedye@aol.com
Pittsboro, NC USA - February 27, 2008 6:27 AM

Long live Jack Benny!
Franz Jantzen jnfz@starpower.net
Washington, DC USA - February 23, 2008 8:49 AM

Always been a Jack Benny fan ever since I was a little kid; WLOB 96.3 FM Portland, Maine has a Sunday night radio show where they air "When Radio Was", and they often feature Jack Benny (although I have to admit, I liked it better when WLOB did their own thing with the old radio shows...7:00 was always reserved for Jack Benny).  As an aside, 99.3 WBQQ in Kennebunk has a Classic Jazz show every Saturday evening, and I sometimes request "Waiting for Jane" by Eddie Anderson from 1940.  He sings very well, and it's one of my favorite jazz songs.  I'm trying to find out more about the song, but haven't had much success yet.
Craig Merrow cfm@gwi.net
Wells, Maine USA - February 17, 2008 12:15 PM

Love Jack Benny!  I love listening to his show on Sirius Radio Classics.
Suzann Durrette durrette@gmail.com
Greenwood, Maine USA - February 14, 2008 7:25 PM

Happy Valentine's Day!
Remember this day of Friendship & Love
And It's Jack Benny's Birthday
I could use some Wool Gloves!
Fred Velez fvelez1242@aol.com
New York, NY USA - February 14, 2008 6:28 PM

There is no doubt that Jack's old radio shows were really clasics!
Carol Thomas carolthomas15@sbcglobal.net
Barrington, IL USA - February 04, 2008 1:03 PM

All right, all right already!
Batton Lash battonl@mindspring.com
San Diego, CA USA - February 11, 2008 7:39 PM

did jack benny do a routine about a daughter sue and a son sai? i believe it was with a mexican character where he would always say see and the response was sue! or sai! vaugley remember, but it was very funny if you have info on this routine i would be interested. thankyou j.lannon
james lannon jamesrlannon@msn.com 
red bank, nj USA - January 28, 2008 7:42 AM

Wow! I feel like I've met some new friends! It's amazing to me- though not really-that so many young people are writing in. I'm 37, and have loved the radio show for years, since I lived in CA and would listen on the radio. I can't wait to find out more. Take care.
Kristine WWJD112970@aol.com
Boulder City, NV USA - January 21, 2008 6:10 PM

I've always considered Jack Benny to be the greatest comedian that ever lived. No one has ever matched his abilities for timing, and just to be able to get a laugh by his 'silent pause look'. There will never be anyone like him, ever again.
Dave Broyles pastorcowboy@sbcglobal.net
Ceres, California USA - January 17, 2008 2:50 PM

He was the greatest.
John Dewyze JDEWYZE@SYMPATICO.CA
Toronto, Ontario Canada - January 17, 2008 7:07 AM

I became a big fan of Benny based on listening to his radio show on Sirius. The man was totally awesome
Demetrius Jones swatbanger@aol.com
Smyrna, Georgia USA - January 12, 2008 5:42 PM

Im doin a project on him!!!
kiera kenzie7@yahoo.com
savannah, GA USA - January 12, 2008 11:45 AM

He  was an American Classic that  inspired so many like Johnny Carson who also became icons.  God Bless You Jack Benny!!!!
Bryan  L  Bartley bbart79@cox.net
Gretna, La USA - January 10, 2008 5:17 PM

I am the violinist who played Jack's student in the TV episode "Jack the violin teacher"  in 1962. I have never owned a copy of the TV program. I will be ordering from you soon. I have been a movie studio recording musician for 35 years and I am the Associate concertmaster of the Hollywood Bowl Orch. 
Jay Rosen jrosen1@socal.rr.com
Tarzana, CA USA - January 09, 2008 7:53 PM

I'm proud to say I was born in the same city Jack Benny was. I'm just like Jack, I never get older than 39 years.
Chuck Franz lionchuck@msn.com
Rhinelander, Wisconsin USA - January 09, 2008 12:30 PM

Hi,  I knew little about Jack Benny, until I discovered a five DVD set of his most famous TV shows..and I instantly became a fan!  How I wish he was still on television!
Donald Walker kinura8@sbcglobal.net
Joliet, IL USA - January 08, 2008 7:07 PM

Ilisten to Jack on XM
Rick Fiscus Freebird10988@sbcglobal.net
Brownsburg, In USA - January 06, 2008 5:53 PM

I have been a fan of Jack Benny since early childhood, growing up in New York city.  I think he was one of the funniest comedians of all time and am thrilled that there is an International fan club.  I look foward to being an active member and sharing memories and information with other members.
Dave Fischer d.fischer1@btinternet.com
Hove East Sussex, England - January 05, 2008 10:59 AM

When I was 19 (20 years ago) and in my second year at college my of my pre-req humanites classes was on movies/radio where we saw movies like Birth of a Nation and listened to old time radio shows, which is where I fell in love with the Jack Benny show. If anyone remembers that when Comedy Central first started out in the early 90's it used to show the Jack Benny show every morning at 10am (est).  To this day I still listen to his radio shows in my Ipod.  He is a classic that can never be replaced.
Lisa Harrison princesslisa01@comcast.net
Madison Heights, Michigan USA - January 05, 2008 8:45 AM

Thanks to XM Radio I have gotten to know the man that I had only heard about growing up.  Thank you for keeping him alive through the airwaves!
Jeff Wilson jeff.wilson@elcomsales.com
Madison, AL USA - January 02, 2008 7:36 PM

He was the greatest!
Melvin E Norman melvin888@aol.com
Battle Creek, MI USA - January 01, 2008 2:29 PM

No comment.
Barry Green dbdgreen@mchsi.com
East Moline, Illinois USA - December 31, 2007 1:30 PM

Jack was always enjoyable to watch. In fact my mom is now forever 39. I wish they would broadcast more of his shows on TV. Ocassionally you can see them on the public brodcasting channels.
Ron Gitter metsfam52@aol.com
Englishtown, NJ USA - December 30, 2007 5:46 PM

One of the greatest and most loved performers, I watch his old shows regularly and never tire of them.
David John Kane puckane@tiscali.co.uk
Puissalicon, Herault France - December 27, 2007 4:38 AM

Jack Benny's humor is timeless. I listen to his past radio shows on the long drive home from work.  I really do enjoy his comedic style.
Linda lindadj@charter.net
SaintCharles, MO USA - December 26, 2007 4:05 PM

Looking for info on Jack Benny to put together a program for local YMCA Senior event, party etc.  Several seniors available to act as Jack, much like a Elvis impersonator.  Thanks for any info...........
walt eschmann walt_eschmann@yahoo.com
St. Louis, MO USA - December 24, 2007 6:55 AM

Glad I found the site. I have been a fan of Jack and the gang since 1952 when my dad gave me a radio that looked like a small leather suit case. It had shortwave freq's and a world map in the pull down front that exposed the dial and the many knobs and a row of buttons. When the sun went down I would clamp the antenna wire for the short wave to my metal bed frame and the world was mine to explore. I still explore the radio waves as a "HAM" radio operator. My call sign is.W9FPJ
Dick Elliott w9fpj@aol.com
Kokomo, Indiana USA - December 16, 2007 9:33 PM

hi from Prescott.
Michael Oskins calmikeaz@cableone.net
Prescott, az USA - December 15, 2007 5:05 PM

I grew up in Waukegan, Jack's home town. In 1967 Jack came to town and filmed a program at Jack Benny Junior High, I was in the audience and was fortunate enough to get his autograph after the show. I was only 12 at the time and this was a big thrill for me. I never saw the program aired on tv and have often wondered what happened to it. Does anyone in the fan club know?
linda armbrister lwa1466@yahoo.com
birmingham, alabama USA - December 12, 2007 12:54 PM

LL:  Copies of the show do exist...we screened one at our 39 Forever convention in 2003 (although it was 1961, aired 10-22-61...at the risk of giving away your age...).  Hope to have it in the video library some day!

Jack Benny rocks I like him and I am 27
Bill Royer blondbudy_69@hotmail.com
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA - December 10, 2007 2:19 AM

i love Jack Benny, his radio show is one of my companions in life,its a comedy that can not be topped anymore. If only more people could experience his radio show and understand how great he was.
albert haglund haglunds2001@yahoo.com
stonybrook, ny USA - December 04, 2007 6:38 PM

The timing! The very very clever self depreciation. The class. I feel that the comedians of today have lost the pure art of comedy. Jack Beeny never shocked - he never needed to. He had heart. I loved his show which aired on a Sunday in England. Never bettered and I still hold him in my heart wiht a lot of affection. God bless his memory.
Ken Beauchamp skbeauchamp@blueyonder.co.uk
London, Middlesex UK - November 28, 2007 6:16 AM

tv needs entertainers like this. and put the old jack benny shows back on tv, instead of the trash that's on today.
tom weldon tom4800@hotmail.com
folcroft, pa USA - November 22, 2007 2:53 PM

iam39andholding
michaelepstein michaelepstein@cox.net
oklhomacity, oklahoma USA - November 21, 2007 8:21 PM

I am 20 years old and have been watching Jack Benny for the last few years, and he is my favorite. I record every one of his programs and love to watch him, along with Mary, Rochester and everyone else. I wish he was still with us.
Roger brijatshaw.ca
Canada, CA USA - November 16, 2007 9:11 PM

I'm almost 80 and have been a fan since I was a child - we've just returned to the USA after 18 years abroad - can't wait to hear Jack again!
Taylor Chambers debelg4227@gmail.com
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA - November 11, 2007 3:51 PM

I was raised in Lake Bluff Illinois, right next to Waukegan Ill. My dad and uncle were born and went to school in Waukegan. In the early 60's my uncle, Frank Knaack told me he went to grade school with Jack Benny. (As an aside they were both in the Navy in WW1.) My uncle told me that when in grade school with Jack Benny, he said Jack's nickname in school was "stinky". I thought I should pass this along before it is lost to history.
Charles Knaack knaack@roadrunner.com
Circleville, Ohio USA - November 07, 2007 4:45 PM

I grew up watching Jack Benny and I have recently been listening to his old radio programs on Sirius Radio. His brand of comedy is as timeless as ever.
Kim Rowe kimrowe@xplornet.com
Creemore, Ontario Canada - October 30, 2007 6:36 AM

I remember his TV specials.
Charles Howe ewohl@frontiernet.net
Norwich, NY USA - October 28, 2007 5:57 PM

Just thinking out loud about my father and what we all enjoyed growing up.Jack Benny on the Ed Sullivan show.What a brilliant Jewish Comedian He was a gift
Steven Zeldin castlerock@rogers.com
Toronto, Ontario Canada - October 27, 2007 1:20 PM

We need to hear the voice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Robert Goldman formula462@msn.com
West Long Branch, nj USA - October 23, 2007 7:58 AM

I love Jack...but, I'm a little disapointed that he is wearing a Red Sox hat.  I'm pretty sure, according to Joan Benny's book, that he was a die hard Dodgers fan.
Lisa Vargas lisa6785@yahoo.com
Long Beach, CA USA - October 22, 2007 1:15 PM

We just love watching the Jack Benny Show on the Black and White TV Progam in our area And we also listen to him along with all the other old time radio programs on Nostalgia Radio every Saturday We just love to sit back and relax and listen to programs and events of yesteryear. Love Old Time Shows  Radio 
Ed  Angie  Phillips aphillipsbboop1@aol.com
West Chicago, IL USA - October 21, 2007 7:41 AM

At the University of California, Los Angeles, I was a Red Cross volunteer at the Special Olympics either in 1972, 1973, or 1974.  There was a small crowd around an interesting and small man who had aged spots on his hands.  I looked to see who it was.  Jack Benny.  Alas, I was a teen-ager.  Too young and single for him ...
Jan Christine Johnson opera9261956@yahoo.com
Washington, DC USA - October 21, 2007 6:08 AM

From the time I was a small child, I listened to Jack Benny on the radio and watched him on TV, I was never disappointed!
Robert  Gatten regatten1@netzero.com
Canton, ohio USA - October 11, 2007 4:47 PM

I Loved Jack Benny,I loved his comedy..clean and very funny.
Mary Etherington maryebub@hotmail.com
Big Bear City, Calif. USA - October 10, 2007 4:14 PM

I love Jack Benny radio!  I have many shows (over 2000) and included are lots of Jack Benny!
Kathleen Miller otradiogirl@yahoo.com
Cuyahog Falls, OH USA - October 08, 2007 3:12 PM

Jack Benny is most likely the best show of our times,I dont know any other cast,put together this good.Excellent fan club,enjoyed reading all of the comments,thx robert
Robert Wynn Wynn@Hotmail.com
Choctaw, ok USA - October 02, 2007 2:19 PM

I have always loved Jack, Mary, et. al and, especially My namesake, Mel Blanc.
Mel Reifin mhr@cinci.rr.com
Milford, Ohio USA - September 28, 2007 3:01 PM

Always have been a fan, and I am happy to see this continuing.
Byron Burke bburke011@msn.com
Apache Junction, AZ USA - September 24, 2007 12:26 AM

Jack benny is a funny great guy.
Marco Caraballo mcaraball07@com
Milwaukee, WI USA - September 11, 2007 11:19 AM

How nice to find a good website devoted to our funniest man.  I remember his TV show in the 50's (barely), and I've been collecting the radio shows, movies, and as many TV episodes as I can find.  I hope this forum will link me to these great treasures of American culture.  Certainly they are still as funny as they ever were.
Jonathan Boswell jhboswell@hotmail.com
Springfield, Missouri USA - September 03, 2007 4:12 PM

It was very interesting to read about Mr. Benny.  Love the site!
Okeke Imo Onitsha okeke@yahoo.com
repid, sd USA - August 23, 2007 10:08 AM

I have a large number of his radio shows on cassette and disc. He was the best as were his writers.
Jay Handelman jayhandelman@gmail.com
Weston, FL USA - August 22, 2007 10:03 AM

"Sunday Nights at Seven....the Jack Benny Story" by Joan Benny should be read by all Jack Benny fans.
Tom Steele tsteele@618connect.com
Alton, IL USA - August 20, 2007 3:31 PM

I'M AN OLD FRIEND, I VIDEO TAPED HIS DAUGTHERS WEDDING ABOUT 12YRS AGO, I JUST SAW HIS WRITE UP IN THE "ENCINO SUN" SAT AUG 18TH,I JUST WANTED TO SAY HELLO, IF POSSIBLE,  MY NAME IS EDDIE ALSO.
EDDIE MANGANIELLO EDWARDMAN@WEBTV.NET
NORT HILLS, CA USA - August 18, 2007 7:30 PM

My 19 year old sons did not even know who Jack Benny was when I commented about his violin playing.
Isabee Demski demsk1it@cmich.edu
Mount Pleasant, Michigan USA - August 10, 2007 5:01 AM

"Now cut that out"!
Jerry Hayes jhayes9835@hotmail.com
florissant, mo USA - August 02, 2007 5:52 PM

jack benny was one of a kind. I really enjoyed watching him on television.
linda touchett ltouchett@yahoo.com
kyle, texas USA - July 30, 2007 2:07 PM

Jello!
John Zeimantz jrzeimantz@fggzlaw.com
Spokane, WA USA - July 28, 2007 9:43 AM

I just wanted to let fellow JB fans- I purchased a great Jack Benny DVD at the grocerey store- What a SUPRISE!!!Programs of the TV series by QUALITY TELEVISION- featuring Bope Hope, Humphrey Bogart, Jayne Mansfeild, and Fred Allen!! What a suprise and what a treat this was, with the regular afair of weekly shopping!TROY in CANADA.
Troy S.Picklyk troy4@telus.net
Merritt, BC CANADA - July 10, 2007 6:24 PM

What a run!  A network star for over 30 years.  As long or longer than Berle, Hope, or even Carson!  The radio show is still hip today.  It must have been one of the first "backstage" formats ever.  Decades before The Larry Sanders Show anyway.  The genius of Benny was building a character so familiar that silence could be the punch line.  The audience knew what the Benny character (and it was a brilliantly crafted character) was thinking.  What a treasure.
William B. bbarso@yahoo.com
Pebble Beach, CA USA - July 06, 2007 10:48 PM

JAck IS the master comedian. I am convinced that before jack- nothing was funny- and has not been as funny since. I listen to his radio program Every night,and he always makes me laugh or smile. America needs to be re-introduced to Jack,and if I can have things my way- she will!!!
mike arbisi 
rockford, illinois USA - July 05, 2007 10:00 AM

I've loved Jack Benny for as long as I can remember.  I used to listen to his old broadcasts of his radio show. I have several audio tapes of his old radio show as well as a couple of vhs of his tv show and a sort of autobiographal/biographal book in which his daughter Joan combines her memories with excerpts (written by her father) she found in her parents attic after her father died.
pamela jones pjones39@comcast.net
minneapolis, mn USA - June 25, 2007 3:40 PM

I grew up loving Mr. Benny.
Duane Brandt danvillehillbilly@yahoo.com
Danville, IL USA - June 24, 2007 12:38 PM

I have admired and..yes..loved Jack Benny all my life.  I was born in 1934...so he was established by the time I can remember radio.  I remember when I was in high school growing up on a farm...I would listen to his show at 4:00 and then again(the same show) at 7....after I had done my chores.  I especially delight in the interchanges between Mr Benny and Mel Blanc in his many characterizations: (what is your name?  Sy.  Sy?  Si. and who is that woman with you? My sister, Sue. Sue? Si!)...anyway...I found out about this website from the commentary trak on "Charley's Aunt"...and greetings to you all.  Richard  Dodge
Richard Alan Dodge radodge@cox.net
San Diego, California USA - June 19, 2007 11:21 PM

Jack Benny Is the greatest Comedian that has ever lived.  Bringing humor to the world since the early 20th century nad still only 39 years old.
Thank you Mr. Benny for the chance to enjoy your humor.
Steven Tony Mann tmann@bsfllp.com
Boca Raton, Florida USA - June 15, 2007 1:26 PM

As a young boy I can still rember in vivid detail sitting with my family on Sunday evening with the big radio listening to Jack Benny. I sat at my leaf folding desk often asking my mother to comment on a skit that I particularly enjoyed. even to today, as a 62 year old retiree, when I face a decision i sometimes say: "Now what would Jack benny do in this situation?" Or I will sometimes say when some nefangled gadget comes around: " Now Jack you never even knew that these things would exist, and neither would I. Thanks for the chance to comment.
Sincerely yours, Gerald Rubin
Gerald Rubin therubins2@yahoo.com
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina USA - June 12, 2007 6:03 PM

Mr. Benny will always be in our hearts.  He helped us grow up and it was a joy to all of us.  I miss him so much.
Richard Klasek usaf_LL@hotmail.com
oklahoma city, okla USA - June 10, 2007 8:40 AM

I have been interested in Jack Benny for many years.  Back in the early 1980's I was lucky enough to obtain a violin owned by Jack.  The violin I own has is signature on the inside of the F hole, and has been authenticated to be his. Unfortunately I'm needing to part with it. If there is anyone interested in purchasing this I would love to hear from you.  
Joanne Schneider srqjeff@yahoo.com
North Port, FL USA - June 02, 2007 1:39 PM

Jack Benny was the funniest.
Harry Thiel harry@hjthiel.com
Kirkland, Washington USA - May 29, 2007 6:54 AM

When I was young, very, very young I listened to Jack Benny on the radio; I laughed uncontrollably when Jack and Fred Allen exchanged visits.  I was hysterical when Jack visited his vault on the radio, it wasn't nearly as good when he did it on television.  Jack, Mary, Rochester, Phil, Dennis, everybody else.  Those days of radio and television were funny actors being sillier than could be imagined and the writers many went on to write classic movies.  It was a time when intelligence was cherished and very little of modern works is remotely rememberable.
Joe Corso jcorso28@comcast.net
Toms River, NJ USA - May 26, 2007 1:52 PM

i have loved jack benny sinc my husband richard white introduced him to me
michelle reeves white wdadoffour@msn.com
monticello, miss USA - May 25, 2007 10:32 AM

i love you jack benny you rock
amanda alardy@twcny.rr.com
new york, new york USA - May 24, 2007 6:20 AM

Jack Benny was my favorite comedian of all time.  I am 83 years old.
Nolan Fremin fremin23@yahoo.com
Ocean Springs, MS USA - May 21, 2007 2:36 PM

I love Jack! I got Sirius Satelite Radio and now I get two hours of him a day! I forgot just how great these shows are----yesterday was the crossover how jack met Rochester with amos and andy!
Veronica Veronicagirl9@yahoo.com
Los Angeles, CA USA - May 21, 2007 12:35 AM

Unlike the rest of my generation, my time was spent in front of a stereo. My entertainment was listening to old time radio programs. Jack Benny was one of my favorites. His legend lives on.
christian f. reiss spirituallynuked06@hotmail.com
fairbanks, alaska USA - May 15, 2007 6:09 PM

I am a recent fan of Jack Benny.  My grandmother grew up listening to him and since, has loaned me a few CD's she has from his radio days.  I am intrigued and fascinated by the Old Classic Hollywood era and pleased to be exposed to such a talented and funny man!
Jennifer chibearsil@yahoo.com
Granada Hills, CA USA - May 14, 2007 2:05 PM

The Horn Blows at Midnight remains a pleasant memory of childhood, for I was about 10 years old when I saw it. The scenes of Angel Benny being paged from a heavenly audience, watching him read instructions while coming down to earth in an elevator, and the final chase on an electric coffee sign, delighted my little active mind.
Dear Fellow Jack Benny fans,
I have a dilemma now that I am retired and eager to relive pleasant memories:
Should I rent The Horn Blows at Midnight, or will a lifetime of experiences have changed me, so that the thrill will be gone, ruining the memory?
Sheldon Gloger yoeshx@yahoo.com
Portland, Oregon USA - May 10, 2007 12:39 PM

I have been a Jack Benny fan for years. I am among the fortunate individuals who saw him perform in person many years ago. His comedy is as great now -- probably even greater -- than it was.
Richard Weismeyer richardweismeyer@yahoo.com
Riverside, CA USA - May 09, 2007 8:55 PM

When I was a kid I could'nt wait for Sunday evening when the radio show was on the air, I remember all those wonderful characters. I enjoyed in on t.v. but the radio version left more to the imagination and made it more enjoyable. Unfortuneatly we won't see their kind again
John Borelli carjohn_301@hotmail.com
New Holland, Pa. USA - May 04, 2007 10:05 AM

I liked the Jack Benny show because it was funny. I wonder why its not on any more.
John Hansen JohnH@aol.com
West Palm Beach, Fla USA - May 03, 2007 3:55 PM

Jack Benny was one of the best, if not THE best comedians of all time. He goes back a long time in my life, which was much enriched because of him.
Tom Taylor tt2attelus.net West Vancouver, BC Canada - May 02, 2007 11:48 AM

Jack was one of my favorite comedians. I am looking for the movie he made {The Horn Blows at Midnight} Good to know that he is being remembered.
Robert Volkening Robert.Volkening@verizon.net
Virginia Beach, Virginia USA - May 01, 2007 3:11 PM

Hey!! I am a new member.
Juan Castro juanandonly12@aol.com
Northridge, California USA - April 28, 2007 9:22 PM

Yea Jack Benny
Rebecca Popeck amberantiquity@sbcglobal.net
Ingleside, Illinois USA - April 27, 2007 11:47 AM

simply the best comedian i have ever seen!!
kevin primasing terilynnclark@aol.com
sacramento, california USA - April 26, 2007 9:23 PM

He and Rochester gave me such bellyache laughs, brightening my school days in China and later young married life in Chicago! I am overwhelmed by your video library and very tempted to get everything in it! How many DVD's will that taked? I am leaving for a month to China to visit family and look forward to getting in touch after I return end of May. Several of my children live in Piedmont and I am always in the neighborhood. Maybe we can have lunch and strategize the 39cent commemorative stamp campaign and Dr. Crane is your perfect chairman! Again, thank you for your gift to all of us fans. Lili Lim 
Lili Lim chinalili@yahoo.com
Alameda, CA USA - April 26, 2007 7:50 PM

It was very interesting to read about Mr. Benny.  Love the site!
Dana Rankin butterflyjoy40@aol.com
Paulsboro, NJ USA - April 21, 2007 11:02 PM

His radio show always made me laugh.
Charles Scherer trdngenius@sbcglobal.net
Grayslake, IL USA - April 19, 2007 5:10 AM

I love Jack Benny!
Damian Desmond ruskinruskinruskin@yahoo.com
Sharon, CT USA - April 18, 2007 6:21 PM

I listened and laughed on Sunday nights when I was a kid, and now I find I can relive the experience through the internet. Jack Benny was THE comedian so far as I was concerned, and although I've laughed at others through the years, I still think he's the best.
Joe Arthur jarthur@tampabay.rr.com
Dunedin, FL USA - April 18, 2007 4:28 PM

i always loved jack bennies funny shows radio/tv they were so great. god bless you jack for all the fun!!!!  your big fan , frnacis
francis randall fsrandall@sbcglobal.net
beloit, wisconsin USA - April 10, 2007 4:29 AM

I watched the Jack Benny show from a little boy till it went off the air, some of the best entertainment ever on television, I wished they would show reruns again. Let's give the young generation a chance to see real entertainment.
Joseph Sherrick joegene77@yahoo.com
Olathe, Kansas USA - April 04, 2007 6:04 PM

HI, I JUST FOUND THE JACK BENNY FREE E-CARDS AND HAVE SENT THEM TO A COUPLE OF PEOPLE. THEY ARE REALLY NICE.  I JUST ORDERED A COPY OF THE HORN BLOWS AT MIDNIGHT, MAN ABOUT TOWN AND CAN'T WAIT TO GET THEM.
SHIRLEY ANREWS shirlja@sbcglobal.net
WEST HILLS, CA USA - April 01, 2007 6:21 AM

Dear Laura and all the other Jack Benny fans and club members- Received the first newsletter of the year.Also received my collectable Stamps!What FUN! Also a great read and insight into the life and shows of...you know who! On my way to work, sometimes when one can take life to seriously sometimes.All I have to do is plug in a Jack Benny CD, and listen to the pure comedy. And I got a smile on my face the rest of the day! What a Legacy! Thanks to everyone who keeps this Legacy alive-ie the IJBFC!
Troy Picklyk troy4@telus.net
Merritt, BC Canada - March 31, 2007 5:14 AM

I just recently found this website, as I was looking at an item that may be of interest to Jack Benny fans.  After my father passed away in 1996 and soon after I put some of his memorbilia into a framed picture.  One of his prized possessions was a check from Jack Benny dated October 23, 1961 drawn on the Beverly Hills branch of the United California Bank for 39 cents!  Of course my dad never cashed this and showed it to many people over the years.  I was always under the assumption that my father received this as a celebration of Jack Benny's birthday, but the date does not coincide with either Mr. Benny's or my father's actual birth date.  It was obviously some kind of promotion and was treasured by my dad to have a check with both his name and Jack Benny's signature.  It is currently hanging proudly in my office.  If anyone can share details of why a check like this was sent out, I would appreciate the story!
Dennis Stewart DDSSTEW@comcast.net
Beaverton, OR USA - March 29, 2007 1:52 PM

LL:  Those checks were for well-performing State Farm Insurance agents for that season of them sponsoring Jack's TV program.  Enjoy!

I have heard of Jack Benny all my life. I finally bought some of his radio programs and have really enjoyed them. He and his guests are very funny. The commercials that they do are also very relavent for the time and in hind-sight.
Tyrone Knepper ifoolyouagain@aol.com
Las Vegas, Nevada USA - March 26, 2007 12:33 PM

I am searching for anyone who knows if Frank Remley was a real person on the Jack Benny Show.
Susan Remley susanremley@hotmail.com
San Ramon, CA USA - March 26, 2007 12:04 PM

LL:  He certainly was.  Check our Photo Gallery for a photo of him with Jack.

good luck
Richard Franklin ashtyler@comcast.net
Franklin Park, Illinois USA - March 26, 2007 6:11 AM

Laura thanks for comming on my TV Show.It is a big treat for me to play the public domain show.  Thanks for your help.  Will send your copy of the shows soon. All the viewers enjoyed the birthday tribute that I did for Jack.  Going to all the specials growing up was a big treat for me.
ronnie paul ronniecbs55@hotmail.com
fresno, calif USA - March 25, 2007 8:00 PM

I remember as a child in the early 60's watching Jack Benny on TV with my parents. I was much to young to appreciate his comedy.  Lately, I have been catching his old radio shows on sat radio and have just come to realize what a comedic genius he was.  He was truly one of the best!
Tim P. timp1232@aol.com
Corpus Christi, Texas USA - March 25, 2007 7:26 PM

Jack Benny is the best !!!   Can anybody help me ? I am trying to find the TV Show where Jack finds a old song that he wrote and it was call " I BEG YOUR PARDON"   The first lines of the song was " As soon as you say I beg your pardon,I was wrong,Im sorry Iwill come running back to you.
If anybody can tell me where I can buy this tv show please let me know .  Thanks Joe
Joe Buzzelli joebuzzelli33@msn.com
Willowbrook, IL USA - March 25, 2007 1:38 PM

Jack Benny will always be a part of my inspiration.
Rey Najarro sticky2dr@yahoo.com
Catania, Sicily Italy - March 25, 2007 7:18 AM

I HAVE THOUSANDS OF SHOWS IN MY COLLECTION. I WAS INTRODUCED TO THE JOY OF OTR BY MY 7th GRADE ENGLISH TEACHER WHO PLAYED SHOWS IN CLASS FROM TIME TO TIME. I STILL REMEMBER THE EXACT EPISODES HE PLAYED. (I NOW HAVE MY OWN COPIES OF THEM.)THIS WAS 1974 AND MY COLLECTION HAS GROWN TO A SUBSTANTIAL SIZE SINCE. MOST OF MY SHOWS ARE ON CASSETTE. I RECENTLY STARTED AM mP3 COLLECTION OF OTR AND AM AMAZED AND DELIGHTED HOW MANY "LOST" BROADCASTS ARE STARTING TO SURFACE. JACK BENNY IS ONE OF MY FAVORITES. TONIGHT I REWATCHED HIS 1965 SPECIAL WITH ELKE SOMMER AND THE BEACH BOYS. WHAT A FUN SHOW! BOB HOPE WAS ALSO ON HAND TO ADD TO THE MAYHEM. ON A 1960s HOPE SPECIAL WITH JACK AS GUEST,HE APPEARS AS "DR.KUBELSKY" IN A SKIT. VERY CLEVER. I REMEMBER WHEN JACK DIED. I WAS JUST GETTING INTERESTED IN OTR AND HAD ONLY A FEW SHOWS. I KNEW AN AMERICAN ICON AND AN ERA HAD STARTED TO END. IN 1977 CBS RERAN 4 OF JACK'S SHOWS FROM THE '60's AND GAVE THEM LOTS OF PROMOTION. OUR LOCAL CBS STATION PRE-EMPTED 3 OF THEM. THAT WAS OVER 30 YEARS AGO,AND I STILL FIND IT PRETTY COLD AND HEARTLESS. IT WAS A REAL SLAP-IN-THE-FACE TO JACK AND THE LOVE AND JOY HE GAVE US ALL FOR SO VERY LONG. WE STILL LOVE YOU,JACK AND WILL NEVER LET YOUR MEMORY DIE!!!  ADAM
ADAM ROBERT ROACH ADROA7@AOL.COM
FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA USA - March 18, 2007 3:45 PM

THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER PERSONALITY TO REPLACE HIM.
gary galawan garygalawan@shaw.ca
winnipeg, manitoba canada - March 18, 2007 11:29 AM

I have loved Jack Benny as long as I can remember.  I used to enjoy watching him on tv (dating myself) and of course his wonderful specials.  I mourned the day he left us on Dec 26, 1974.  I remember it well.  I have always kept a journal, my career is as an historian so I have always been a observer of history. I always like to document it as well.....I wrote in my journal on the 27th of Dec 1974 ..."Jack Benny passed away last night...He was a great entertainer and I have enjoyed him, and will miss him. Part of us died last night, and while we will always laugh again, we will never laugh quite so well."  With the invent of youtube I have seen Jack Benny again and sat and cried...I had forgotten how funny comedy used to be.     Glad to offer my thoughts to you folks at the Jack Benny Fan Club....Warm regards   Jack Stanley
Jack Stanley phonograph78@hotmail.com
Passaic, NJ USA - March 16, 2007 9:51 PM

He was the Zen master of comic timing.
Arnie Harris ahar47@aol.com
Lawtey, FL USA - March 13, 2007 6:31 PM

I absolutely love Jack Benny, and listen to the tapes and CD's I have all the time.  I am glad there is a Fan Club dedicated to him, and I intend to join.
John Brown preacherjohnnymack@windstream.net
Flatwoods, KY USA - March 12, 2007 5:32 AM

He's my favorite comedian. Love him. Sheryl
Sheryl Moss brilliantsun@sbcglobal.net
Jewtt City, Ct USA - March 07, 2007 10:57 AM

He was one of a kind. I love this guy!
Marty Acosta Martyrace@comcast.net
New Lenox, IL USA - March 06, 2007 12:35 AM

I can't stand Jack Benny because he makes it impossible to concentrate on anything else when he's on the radio.
David Mellema oxfordsavages@yahoo.com
Lancaster, PA USA - March 04, 2007 5:59 PM

Back in 1994 I had the unique priviledge of singing for what would have been Jack Benny's 100th birthday at The Chicago Cultural Center. The party was hosted by the Chuck Shaden oldtime radio show. Me and 4 friends from St. Eugene's parish were invited on center stage to sing "Love In Bloom." Jack Benny's daughter was present(flew in from California), among other family members. What an awesome experience it was!!!
Ken Busse kebusse@fs-inc.net
Chicago, IL USA - March 01, 2007 12:47 PM

Wellll, I was just wonering why i dont see any of Jack Benny reruns or other material  on any channels.
john rados johnrad54@hotmail.com
blasdell, new york USA - March 01, 2007 10:03 AM

Jack Benny's home town of Waukegan, IL is breathing again.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=221173&page=12
Michael Hutchins michael@michaelhutchins.com
Glenview, IL USA - February 26, 2007 1:47 PM

Great site I loved Jack I watch his show when I was a child. back in the 50s
Loren C Lineback lclineback@yahoo.com
Midwest City, Oklahoma USA - February 25, 2007 12:13 PM

I was born and raised in Waukegan.I attended Jack Benny Jr. High in 1986-87. That was the year they had a major flood at the school and wiped out the entire first floor.I was glad they rebulit and got the 39ers back up and running. I still am proud to say I went to that school.
Erik Linderholm linderholm3@earthlink.net
Round Lake Heights, IL USA - February 25, 2007 9:58 AM

I grew up watching reruns of The Jack Benny Program during weekday afternoons beginning in the mid-1960s.  And then around 1984, I had the privilege of seeing cast member Mel Blanc perform in person at Clark University in Worcester, Masschusetts.  He talked about his lengthy career in show business.
Ed Kruczynski ejk57@yahoo.com
Allenstown, NH USA - February 24, 2007 9:50 PM

I'm 61 years old, and watched Jack's show on TV with my parents. Even as a child, I learned to love Jack's lovably irascible  skinflint of a character. He was an original.
Hal Whitmore
T2: hjls@comcast.net
San Rafael, CA USA - February 24, 2007 9:46 PM

WITH MYSELF BEING 57; I JUST WATCHED JACK'S APPERANCE ON THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW. I SHOULD NOT TELL MY AGE. JACK & I WILL ALWAYS BE 39!!!!!!!!!!
DAVE ZEMANEK dzemanek@nycap.rr.com
JOHNSTOWN, NEW YORK USA - February 24, 2007 3:26 PM

I listen to the show as often as possible on Radio Classics on Sirius satellite radio. It's just as great today as it was years ago. Ageless, timeless comedy!
Andy Kelleher andy.kelleher@us.army.mil
New Port Richey, Florida USA - February 23, 2007 10:31 AM

thank you for what you do
colin stillman stillco2@verizon.net
cuba, new york USA - February 23, 2007 5:17 AM

miss him greatly
victor.hart vhart408@msn.com
kitchener, ontario canada - February 17, 2007 12:26 PM

Where's the CROCODILE!?! I'm 39(Born in 1956). The cost of membership is perfect. Watched the program in early 60's as very young boy with rest of family. I wish his money was taken and not his life! GOD Bless you Jack Benny!
Timothy Michael Rochford timothy@connext.net
Cantonsville, Maryland USA - February 17, 2007 9:59 AM

I have always loved Jack Benny including the times he would work his sponsers into the show ,even those later Texaco commericals with him pulling into a filling station and asking for "one gallon please" My uncle Hymie Shertzer who was with the Benny Goodman band guested on Jack's show in 1943 for Post Grape Nut Flakes, even though my uncle played lead alto sax for Goodman he doubled for Jack in an espiode where Jack was going to play Carnige Hall, my uncle Hy was the 1st of Goodman's musicans to walk on the stage at Carnige Hall in the 1st ever jazz concert there on JAN 18th ,1938. Its a pleasure to be part of Jack's fan club,thanks, Elliott
elliott j. schertzer ellschrt@aol.com
plantation, florida USA - February 16, 2007 7:50 PM

I love the Jack Benny show. Jack was a wonderful entertainer.
colleen golden colleengolden3@verizon.net
muskegon, michigan USA - February 15, 2007 7:02 PM

I had the opportunity to see Jac=k Benny on stage at Melodyland in Anaheim  in early 1970's. I loved him before that and still do !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
david george d5george@hotmail.com
Bellflower, ca USA - February 11, 2007 2:43 PM

I'm a big fan of Jack Benny and have recently just started collecting his shows. I love this site and I hope it continues for a long time. Even though Jack Benny and Cast were gone long before I was born, I'm glad that people are keeping his humor and memory alive. Thanks so much!
Kristin actingitup@hotmail.com
Shererville, Indiana USA - February 01, 2007 8:00 PM

Great site. Keep up the good work.
Joel Shook shook6@msn.com
Sterling, CO USA - February 01, 2007 2:14 PM

A funny thing has led me here, approx. 5 years ago I bought some items @ a garage sale,amongst the various items I found a picture of two men,two women sitting down at what appears to be a nice supper club, but who are they? I kept the picture stored away because I wanted to do some research on the photo, I just had a feeling these people might be famous. 2 days ago I finally began researching the picture and it turns out it is Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone, Don Wilson and a blonde woman who I havent identified yet. I'm learning alot about this era and find it fascinating and fun!
Kelly Michaels kmichaels2000@cox.net
scottsdale, az USA - January 31, 2007 1:56 AM

I spent a lot of time in Waukegan in the 60's and grew up listening to Jack Benny. It was the Jack Benny experience that brought me to Waukegan in the first place.
Paul Stavis stavis@sbcglobal.net
San Francisco, California USA - January 29, 2007 4:53 PM

My family lived in Waukegan from 1956-1962. During that time, Jack Benny came to dedicate my brother Bob's new school, Jack Benny Junior High.
Larry Kimmel ldkimmel@earthlink.net
Westminster, Colorado USA - January 27, 2007 12:09 PM

I'm happy to have found a site and people who share a love for old time radio and in my opinion the best all around comedian to ever hit stage screen, or radio. His sharp editorial eye for humor (although some say he had no sense of humor, he just thought everything was funny) and almost unwavering desire to bring a clean comedy show is something that lacks exceedingly today. I truly wish there were more Jack Benny's.
joe guffey unasleep@hotmail.com
athens, tn USA - January 26, 2007 1:00 AM

Need a shot of jack to use with my daughter, who is turning "39" in june.  Thanks a million Rochester!
carl frederick ticocharley@yahoo.com
sebastopol, ca USA - January 25, 2007 10:50 PM

love jack and mary
joseph decourcey joe04106@hotmail.com
boston, ma USA - January 25, 2007 7:25 PM

i love the jack benny show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
jim kunc trumprunner@sbcglobal.net
parma, ohio USA - January 17, 2007 6:44 PM

Start up the ol' Maxwell! I love Jack Benny. I like the way he made himself the butt of the joke. He let the others in the cast get the laugh. One of the masters.
Tom Macht ctmacht3@juno.com
Cincinnati, OH USA - January 15, 2007 2:05 PM

I was born and raised in Waukegan. I remember seeing Jack Benny and Rochester at the Karcher Hotel lobby.I lived at 413 Powell Ave.
Charles "Chuck" Franz lionchuck@msn.com
Rhinelander, Wisconsin USA - January 13, 2007 7:48 PM

AS A YOUNG BOY I LOVED WATCHING THE JACK BENNY SHOW I WOULD WATCH IT WITH MY DAD AND MOM AND GRANDFATHER AND THE WHOLE FAMALY HE TRULY WAS THE GREATEST, I MISS HIM VERY MUCH IN MY MEMORY HE WILL BE THERE FOREVER YOURS TRULY ERMOND NATHANSON
ERMOND NATHANSON ermondsrocketboats@sbcglobal.net
north hollywood, calif USA - January 12, 2007 4:45 PM

I used to listen to the Jack Benny show every Sunday night on radio in the early 1950's, before we got TV in the house.  I have very fond memories of the wonderful shows of his that entertained me.  Thank you Mr Benny, wherever you are.
Bernie Cullinan Yorkman999@verizonmail.com
Greenbelt, MD USA - January 12, 2007 6:36 AM

i'm olny 14 but i think jack benny is the greatest comic on earth!!!
 billy dorfner Wdorfner@yahoo.com
williamson, new york USA - January 11, 2007 6:23 AM

Well!
Jack Vawk javawk@gmail.com
Plano, Texas USA - January 10, 2007 5:25 AM

Love the Show...So did my Grandfather
Kent Chaffey knufee@yahoo.com
Change Islands, NL Canada - January 04, 2007 5:45 PM

Does any one remember the Jack Benny movie, 'Charly's aunt'?  I would like to get a copy. Any help is appreciated! BJW
Barbara Weber fweber@cox.net
chula vista, CA USA - December 31, 2006 11:56 PM

LL:  Sure do.  Click on Programs (at left), then Video Library.

Great site!
Eron Matthew McCormick golf120384@hotmail.com
Waukegan, IL USA - December 29, 2006 10:34 PM

I grew up watching his show on Nick at Nite and really miss not seeing it on t.v. anymore.  His kind of clean, yet very funny humor is rarely found today.
Tommy Holmes tommykholmes@sbcglobal.net
Cleveland, Texas USA - December 18, 2006 2:43 PM

can't have enough of jackson & pals ... encountered your site via "Thrilling Days of Yesteryear" ...
keith paj pajzilla@gmail.com
new york, ny USA - December 07, 2006 12:09 PM

To Jack, a great entertainer.
Richard Nacamuli richard.nacamuli@yahoo.com
Califon, NJ USA - December 04, 2006 8:15 AM

Jack was and always will be my favorite entertainer and he was loved by all. Truly one of a kind.
Richard Lamszus lamszus@sbcglobal.net
Chicago, Illinois USA - November 29, 2006 4:22 AM

Recently at the venerable classic Radio Recorders studio here in Hollywood, I came a crossed Mr.Bennys signature from one of the many times he recorded at this studio...A while ago. He was back in that studio for that moment.It made me feel strange but... good also.  And that's not the first time I met him in a off beat place. How about the top of Mt.Lee where he was transmitting some broadcast for the War or At Harrah's club Tahoe where he gave me gracious permission to photograph him on stage for a new entertaiment magazine published by Hugh Hefner. He was a very sweet genuine fellow. It's great when we "Meet" occasionally like that. But then a lot of that occurs in this town...Until next time Mr.B
Fred Smoot fredsmoot@sbcglobal.net
Hollywood, California USA - November 27, 2006 2:43 PM

I'm 63 years old and have been a Jack Benny since his radio days on Sunday Nights at 7PM brought to by Jello.  I of course watched his transition to early television and loved them equally as well.  I have his radio shows on tape and listen to them every so often on a Sucay Night at 7.  They still crack me up!!!  When he was sick and dying, I sent a letter to his family just to thank him for all the laughter and good feelings that he gave to me over the years.  Several months after his death and funeral I received a notecard from his family thanking me for my remembrance of him.  Quite a gesture from his family.  I don't analyze who or what makes me laugh, I just know that he did and still does.  Thanks, Jack.
Dan Spriggs dds827@aol.com
Methuen, Massachusetts USA - November 27, 2006 12:04 PM

I have been a Jack Benny fan since 1939 and never lost my love for his comedy genius.
Edward Bowes ebowes@cfl.rr.com
Deltona, FL USA - November 26, 2006 8:20 AM

WELL !
Barrie Trainer btrainer@tampabay.rr.com
winter Haven, Florida USA - November 25, 2006 4:57 PM

For years, I've been telling people about a '70s special titled "Jack Benny's First Farewell Special," and people either can't remember it or just don't believe me. The premise was that guest stars would come on and wish Jack a happy retirement, to which he would complain, "No, you don't understand! This is my *first* farewell special. Then I'll do a 'second' farewell special, a 'third,' and so on." Finally, the show ended with then-Governor Ronald Reagan coming on to wish Jack farewell. As Jack starts to explain the mistake to Reagan, Reagan unveils a Cadillac filled with dollar bills as his farewell gift to Jack. The special ends with the credits rolling and Jack staring at the car, wondering if he should tell the truth to Gov. Reagan or not.
All this is by way of saying what an indelible image Jack Benny created over four decades in entertainment. I still love the man and wish his reruns were broadcast more often. Thank you for this wonderful site.
Steve Bailey steve.bailey@mindless.com
Jacksonville Beach, Florida USA - November 19, 2006 1:58 PM

LL:  We believe you, Steve.  I've seen it myself, and I bet a lot of the other folks here have as well!

iS THERE A WEB SITE FOR CELEB'S VISITING Chailey Heritage Craft School and Hospital. Chailey. Sussex. Between 1950 - 1970
June HELLEN rumbolds@btopenworld.com
camberley, Surrey United Kingdom - November 19, 2006 10:04 AM

Grew up on Jack Benny on the radio. Now a retired professor from Michiga  State University. Still front a Bluegrass band, and in the best Milton Berle tradition , never pass up a chance to slip in a Jack Benny joke on stage.
Timothy Little Timlittl@msu.edu
East Lansing, Michigan USA - November 08, 2006 7:33 AM

thank you ffor keeping the laughter going.
barbara  decker barbadecker73@yahoo.com
lynden, washington USA - November 06, 2006 6:28 PM

Please add my name to people who would like to see a Jack Benny stamp.
Carin Wolkenberg carin.wolkenberg@hklaw.com
Evanston, IL USA - November 02, 2006 1:36 PM

Old Jack Benny fan from the early 60s. Remember watching as a child with my family.
Michael G. Voss michael.g.voss@us.army.mil
Beaverdam, VA USA - October 31, 2006 12:12 PM

Jack painted the pictures in my mind of fun and entertaining radio. I'm filled with that picture and his memories each time I open my microphone and great my audience.
Brian Freeman, Morning Show Host 610 WIOD Miami brianfreeman@clearchannel.com
Miami, Florida USA - October 24, 2006 5:06 PM

i enjoyed all benny's shows
thomas johnson stpetjohnson@aol.com
largo, fla USA - October 22, 2006 4:44 PM

We served Jello at a recent pubhlic lunch sponsored by my church. I was helping in the kitchen. I was telling everybody that if it weren't for Jack Benny we probably wouldn't be serving Jello right now. (His show sponsored Jello in the early 1930s and made it kind of popular. It's in the book he and his daughter wrote -- which, by the way, I enjoyed very much.)
penny weichel pennyw118@verizon.net
Oil City, Pa. USA - October 22, 2006 5:48 AM

HE WAS THE BEST
LARRY LEVINE LARR4814@YAHOO.COM
MALDEN, MA USA - October 15, 2006 9:04 AM

Im a truckdriver who listens to jack benny all day on sat, wonderful programs
Robert Wynn
Choctaw, OK USA - October 10, 2006 11:18 PM

I love all the Jack Benny programs! They are so funny! I think Rochester is my favorite charachter. I also think Dennis Day dosen't sing the way he talks.
Clare M. Knowlton
Milford, Massachusetts USA - October 10, 2006 5:14 PM

Jack is greatest.
Jimmy jimmi1221@msn.com
Ft. Hancock, TX USA - October 09, 2006 7:08 PM

I was born on the day of Mr. Benny's first TV special and have been a fan ever since. I was very fortunate to watch and enjoy the latter years of his TV career and the guest spots he would appear on, especially the Tonight Show with Carson. Every chance I get, I listen to his radio programs on satellite radio and CD. My favorite moments are with him and Bob Hope, what a combo !! Thanks for providing details on his wonderful life, talented work and endless kindness.
Pete Cordova hombre.malo6@verizon.net
Phillipsburg, NJ USA - October 07, 2006 12:00 AM

When I was a child,I remember looking over at my father's face during several of Jack Benny's performances and watching it melt from a curmudgeonly,stressful, expression into uproarious laughter without skipping a beat. Jack Benny didn't have to say a thing. He was the king.
Christine Coffin christinecffn@yahoo.com
Cape Coral, Florida USA - October 06, 2006 8:46 AM

The late George Balzer was interviewed by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Foundation's Archive of American Television.  Here is a link to the Archive's blog with excerpts from the interview: http://tvinterviewsarchive.blogspot.com/
Gary R. rutkowski@emmys.org
North Hollywood, CA USA - October 03, 2006 11:10 AM

Don
Jack
How many folks do you think are homeless from Northwestern University?
That's one of America's finest institutions Jack.
Get me a notepad.
Mark Richard Hilbert mrhilbert2@mail2world.com
OakBrook, Illinois USA - September 30, 2006 12:40 PM

I listen to the Jack Benny program on SIRIUS and laugh hystrically every show. One of the GREAT talents of all time.......
Jeff Webb jaw3565@hotmail.com
Atlanta, GA USA - September 28, 2006 4:56 AM

I enjoyed Jack Benny on Radio and TV as a kid and I saw the Eddie Carroll show (Laughter in Bloom) last night at the Schauer Arts and Activitiy Center, Hartford, Wisconsin  Sept 23, 2006.  It was a most memorable evening of reminiscing and laughter, he did an excellent job of entertaining and relating Jack Benny's life from the early days and throughout his life and career like an autobiography--Jan
Janet Checolinski checls@aol.com
Hartford, Wisconsin USA - September 24, 2006 1:09 PM

I listen to all of there shows on Sirius sat radio
Robert Wynn
Choctaw, ok USA - September 17, 2006 4:25 PM

39 Forever Second Edition Volume 2: RADIO 1942-1955- Buy it! Buy it! Buy it!-a gentle plug for the President of our Fan Club. (oh sure!)- it's a great resource for any Jack Benny radio nut like myself. Just wanted everyone out there to know!
Troy Picklyk troy4@telus.net
Merritt, BC Canada - September 06, 2006 6:24 PM

I Listened To Jack Benny When I was young, and found him to be the funniest gut on radio. Even to this day there is no comedian that can compare.
Phil Parenti erectorman37@yahoo.com
Terryville, CT USA - September 06, 2006 1:06 PM

Always loved Jack Benny
Michael McWhorter mcwhorter_1964@yahoo.com
Nashville, Tennessee USA - September 06, 2006 12:18 PM

I can't say enough. Mr. Benny was the most generous performer in entertainment history
Gary Marsh gary.marsh@marshlogistics.com
Hopkinsville, Kentucky USA - August 28, 2006 7:20 PM

Born in Waukegan
Dennis Patterson clsob52@peoplepc.com
Hammond, In USA - August 26, 2006 12:28 AM

I have sent you my amount to join the club; I have explained in the letter my reasons for adoring Mr. Benny and his gentle humor. I have over 300 of his radio shows and will purchase more.  I was a member here of the local Friends of Old Time Radio; the president was Gene Bradford.  Keep me posted as to the activities of the club and whether there will be a get together in the near future.  I am also looking for a local chapter in Michigan.
Robert Jones rmjones@provide.net
Washington, Michigan USA - August 25, 2006 10:15 PM

I read any book I can find about Jack benny. He was extremely generous but didn't advertise his giving like today's stars. He never expected preferential treatent at restaurants. He visited soldiers in the hospital in WW II and wrote down the address or phone number of the soldier. He then contacted the parents personally to comfort them. I recently bought a CD off of ebay with commercials sung by the Sportsmen. The most entertaining $4 I've ever spent.
Craig Wood 1am4evergra8ful@hotmail.com
Lenexa, Kansas USA - August 13, 2006 8:51 PM

Jack Benny was a very one of the best comedians I have ever viewed on t.v. and i was just a child. TOP OF THE LINE.
jack d. weeks wurmz13@yahoo.com
Lyons, Georgia USA - August 12, 2006 7:39 AM

I loved Jack Benny...As a young boy I would watch him on my black and white TV and even though I was in my teens and twenties, he would make me fall on the floor with laughter...( OTFL ) I guess you would say now...His like will never be seen again
Laurence Pollard lvpollard@comcast.net
Dennis, MA USA - August 10, 2006 5:38 PM

NICE TO SEE THE INTREST IN THE FUNNIEST MAN EVER!
JASON SMITH JASON@BONDEDTRANSMISSION.COM
UPTON, MA USA - August 09, 2006 5:36 AM

HI HAVE JUST JOINED THE JACK BENNY FAN CLUB AND SENT FOR A COUPLE BOOKS.  I HAVE A GREAT COLLECTION OF HIS TAPES AND GO TO SLEEP LISTENING TO HIM EVERY NIGHT.  HE WAS THE BEST EVER.  I HAVE STARTED COLLECTING HIS BOOKS AND HAVE READ A COUPLE ALREADY.  SHIRLEY ANDREWS, WEST HILLS CALIFORNIA
SHIRLEY JEAN ANDREWS shirlja@sbcglobal.net
WEST HILLS, CA USA - July 31, 2006 9:06 AM

Jack was a true and genuine comic. He did not have to use profanity or gutter talk to be funny.
joseph ferrante jrferrante33@msn.com
Boston, MA USA - July 30, 2006 10:24 PM

i can remember watching jack benny on a sunday evening with my family in the early 50's i was just a child then but i really enjoyed it and i loved rod chester .. now i m forever 39
joan dalessandro joand@aspca.org
staten island, new york USA - July 28, 2006 8:29 AM

Ive ACTUALLU HAVE a couple of audio tape of Jack Benny. I have: The day the I.R.S. Pays Jack a Visit, The best of Jack Benny.
Chris Underwood ibevilizz@adelphia.net
Perris, CA USA - July 20, 2006 11:51 PM

great web site good to hear of other benny fans
LUKE LABONTE jackbennyedmonton@hotmail.com
Edmonton, AB Canada - July 16, 2006 10:50 PM

As I grew up watching the Jack Benny television show of the fifties, I am thoroughly thrilled to have the opportunity to rewatch those episodes on the new DVD collection. Mr. Benny's persona and humor touch me deeply. Thanks for this great web site.
Phil Kimball philkimball@sbcglobal.net
Reno, Nevada USA - July 16, 2006 7:38 AM

What is the S1 field?
Dorothy M. Bond-Dittmer bond2520@earthlink.net
Tallmadge, Ohio USA - July 12, 2006 1:21 PM

LL:  It's where your comments are captured for the guestbook entries.

I've just discovered the voices of Jack Benny, Dennis Day, Don Wilson, And Rochester. I'm hooked. I'm a paper carrier and I discovered Jack courtesy of a college radio station Saturday/Early sunday morning on KRVM Eugene, Oregon. Ever since I've searched the web to learn all I can about the entire cast. I'm glad that some stations still have the decency to keep the classics around. Anyway just wanted to say I am so glad to have found a comedian I actually like.
Robert Hall nimbusaries86@comcast.net
Corvallis, Oregon USA - July 10, 2006 3:12 PM

My great grandfather Phillip Dahlberg (aka Ole) performed in the pit orchestra (drums)with Jack Benny when Jack was a teen at the Barrister Theatre.  Jack filled in for Ole at the Rex theater in Racine when Jack was a teen and before he went on vaudeville tour.  Other celebs that came to perform at the Barrister: Five Keatons (Buster) and the Marx brothers. 
Source: Alice Sankey. Hey Don't Write Me Off. Unpublished manuscript.
Alice was Phillip's oldest daughter.
Gwynn A. Socolich
San Diego, CA USA - July 10, 2006 8:52 AM

Jack Benny was great! What talent...the timing was just right for a good laugh!
Nancy Jones nstevensonn@yahoo.com
Hilliard, OH USA - July 09, 2006 11:23 AM

Jack Benny was a genius. I am sad that I never got to meet him and thank him for all the laughter and smiles he brought to my own personal life. I discovered his televions shows long after he left this earth.  His legacy of humor lives on! Well if you can here me Jack,.....Thanks!  I'll be seeing you soon!
Paula Ford Parkland48@comcast.net
Carpentersville, Illinois USA - July 08, 2006 9:14 PM

Hey! Great to see there are still folks in the world who love Jack as much as I do. I'm only 35, but I'm a huge OTR fan. Personally I think Jack was by far the best comedian of all time. I only wish I could have met him.
peter drysdale peter91670@yahoo.com
winchester, tn USA - July 01, 2006 10:51 AM

i have a alum set of jack benny golden memories of radio  mint condition  consists of 7 albums if anyone is interested in purchasing  e-mail me if interested i will be putting it on ebay  in about 30 days
barb bruns barbhobbs_2000@yahoo.com
chardon, ohio USA - June 27, 2006 3:01 AM

Did he ever trade in the Maxwell?
Alice J. Capen katpooh9@msn.com
Sacramento, CA USA - June 25, 2006 4:11 AM

LL:  Nope.  Tried a couple times, but never had the heart.

I totally enjoyed jack benny in the 50's and wish I could hear some of the episodes again. I remember an episode where he is in a kentucky home shoorting at the wall paper and then ripping up the wall paper and putting it in the piano to replay.Is it possible to get that scene again?
charles hart chart1933@yahoo.com
temecula, california USA - June 17, 2006 4:57 PM

LL:  That's with guest star Connie Francis, the Stephen Foster episode.  It's in our video library (Programs, then Video Library).

Mr. Jack Benny will forever be one of America's greatest icons.
Stephanie McCann smccann33@msn.com
Lakeland, Fl USA - June 16, 2006 3:46 AM

I remember Jack Benny when he was with Rochester at the Waukegan Hotel. Hello to all my old friends from the Class of 1945.
Charles "Chuck" Franz lionchuck@msn.com
Rhinelander, Wisconsin USA - June 15, 2006 7:41 PM

Am searching for the "Si, Sy" sketch that Benny made so famous. 
Bob Goodman bgoodman@nyfa.com
New York, NY USA - June 15, 2006 7:22 PM

LL:  Go to Biography, then Other Stuff, and look for the Si-Sy link.  All the radio dates of the Si-Sy routine are there, and they're all available in our audio library.

I was born and raised in WAUKEGAN IL, also  past PTA Pres. of Jack Benny High and School, had the honor of meeting him at one of his many visits to the school!
Sherrill Petersen chipmunk@dcwis.com
Baileys Harbor, WI USA - June 11, 2006 12:03 PM

Memories of Jack Benny coming over our Radio. What a guy, great shows.
Charles R. Wayne Sr. noswimmer2@yahoo.com
Belleville, Michigan USA - June 09, 2006 3:45 PM

Love the site! I remember watching The Jack Benny Program back in the early 60's when I was a little girl. My favorite guest star was always Frank Nelson and his infamous line, "Yeeeeees"? Also, I have been looking tirelessly for the Warner Brothers cartoon "The Mouse that Jack Built" but to no avail. Can anyone tell me if and when it will be available on DVD? Thanks for a great site!
Charis Williams Aussynut@aol.com
Newark, Delaware USA - June 07, 2006 5:22 PM

LL:  Hi Charis...check out (at left) Programs, then Video Library.  We have that cartoon available.  Also look in the Forum Bulletin Board for a discussion of Warner Brother's release of it in one of their collections.

Just bought a 5 disc 24 epidode DVD set of Jack Benny Program.  Laughed till I cried.  Brought back memories of meeting Mel Blanc in person and hearing him perform Jack's Maxwell as well as the train station announcer. (Kook.....amunga).
Keith Bryant keithbryantm@aol.com
Mandeville, LA USA - June 03, 2006 11:25 PM

In my opinion The Jack Benny Program is the best written show ever produced, past or present. What did happen to the gas man???
Joseph G. Hoff jghhoffbp@worldnet.att.net
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota USA - June 03, 2006 6:49 PM

I lived in Waukegan Illinois for 30 years before moving to Florida.  I still come back to Illinois to visit.  I will always remember Jack Benny.
Debbie Jurkovac debbiej0862@lycos.com
North Port, Florida USA - June 03, 2006 12:13 PM

it's truly an honor to sign the guestbook ,and to be a fan of this wonderful man and his radio shows ( I LISTEN  TO THEM ALMOST DAILY )MAY GOD BLESS JACK AND THE MANY WRITERS AND ACTORS THAT HAVE GIVEN ME SO MUCH JOY ,MAY THEY ALL REST IN PEACE.
kent m. coleman pound-puppi@hotmail.com
north ogden, utah USA - June 01, 2006 3:02 PM

Love Jack's radio shows.
Tom Barron motnorrab@aol.com
Rye Beach, NH USA - May 30, 2006 7:25 PM

I love Jack and want to thank everyone who made this site possible.  I signed the petition for the stamp, has anyone gotten ahold of Kelsey Grammer to endorse the petition?  Thanks for this site. Your friend, Matt Saxe "Now cut that out!"
Matt Saxe matthewsaxe1@hotmail.com
Studio City, CA USA - May 30, 2006 1:03 AM

I get more laughs out of one of jack benny's shows (tv or radio) than a full week of our so called modern sitcoms.
Leo Pelletier thebaker04605@yahoo.com
Ellsworth, Maine USA - May 28, 2006 4:17 PM

Jack Benny still makes me laugh!
Sam Heller Samapprais@netscape.net
Fair Lawn, NJ USA - May 24, 2006 9:09 AM

i love jack's delivery!
richard koler rkoler48@aol.com
shaker heights USA - May 22, 2006 4:13 PM

I have read a writing about Mr. Jack Benny. He is a great man!
Wayne Ma wei min m-w-m@vip.sina.com
Beijing, China - May 21, 2006 11:28 PM

long time fan of Jack's.  Have over 200 of his shows on cassette .  Just learned about this fan club
Kenneth A Holloway KHolloway412@aol.com
Chicopee, Ma USA - May 18, 2006 8:44 AM

Hey Laura- I must say what an ardent JB fan you are - Like me I am very much so also, All JB fans lets all pull together and get that JB stamp! I also want you all to know Laura is the best- I ordered my JB radio GUIDE V2- what a great resorse to JB material, and I must say what a FAN club leader! TARA Laura and all the best in the coming YEAR!
Troy S. Picklyk troy4@telus.net
Merritt, BC Canada - May 17, 2006 6:00 PM

LL:  Gawrsh...thanks!

I've been a Jack Benny fan and collector for many years and recently movesd from Waukegan to this small town in Missouri and recently had a showing of my JB collection and got a nice comment from the State Representative.Glad to view the web site...Jack Melcher
Jack Melcher tommix34@sbcglobal.net
Marble Hill, Missouri USA - May 14, 2006 4:27 PM

Jack,Phil, and Red. The funniest men ever.
Charles Caswell charles1682@hotmail.com
Stillwater, Ok USA - May 10, 2006 6:45 AM

Thanks for the creating the site. Mr. Benny can still make me laugh.
Mark Foyer thenom@aol.com
San Mateo, Calif. USA - May 07, 2006 2:23 PM

hi ...peggy and i had a chance to meet the owner of jack's touring car in State College penna...do you think he is still driving it for wedding ..like to talk to him before June 1st.2006.......215-751-8467
gary blank gblank@ccp.edu
phila, penna USA - May 05, 2006 5:14 PM

When I Arrived to the good old USA we and my friend always look for a next Benny show. I love that man a way he did his tv programs still do. God rest his soul.
LTCOL. Raymond Csapo rcsapo@safe-mail.net
Barrington, New Jersey USA - May 04, 2006 5:10 PM

Thanks
John OConnor joc@chicago.com
Forest Park, IL USA - May 03, 2006 8:34 AM

ROCHESTER!  GET THE MAXWELL.
JACK AND CONNIE DUTT duttster2@aol.com
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON USA - April 29, 2006 3:16 PM

Jack Benny is timeless, and his humour will live on, as long as we have a Universe to appreciate him.
Tony Newell tnewell2@cogeco.ca
Toronto, Ontario Canada - April 29, 2006 12:59 PM

new to waukegan and love it here nice place live
roger and karen lanningham abetoeing@msn.com
waukegan, il USA - April 18, 2006 8:03 PM

Although only 39 I have been a fan of Jack Benny's much longer than that. Your site is great. I have 3 episodes of his show (now transfered to DVD) that were played on TV in Australia in early 80s. Baby Faced Bogart, Tax rebate with Mr and Mrs Jimmy Steward and George Burns and Gracie Benny.... they are my treasures.
John Clone clonedjohn@optusnet.com.au
Sydney, NSW Australia - April 13, 2006 12:09 AM

I love to hear when someone wants to verify your name, address and city, but they cannot pronounce Waukegan. You say to them "you know the town Jack Benny came from" and they respond "Jack Benny, who is that"? Then you know just how young they are or how old you are!
Albert R Scott AScott5239@comcast.net
Waukegan, IL USA - April 01, 2006 1:59 PM

WOW!! Hi, I went to Jack Benny JR. High back in1970 and 1971.Jack Benny came to my JR. High School. I have all the ribbons and pins from that day and his smile and laugh will forever be with me. Thanking You In Advance, Christine R. BURRIS
Christine R. Burris (Searcy) tinabeansearcy@yahoo.com
bentonville, arkansas USA - March 26, 2006 9:47 PM

Been a great fan since 1938 (when I was six).  My dad went to school with Benny Kubelski at North grade school in Waukegan.
Don Stoffel dstoffel@centurytel.net
Hayward, WI USA - March 26, 2006 1:17 PM

My father Frank G.Wallin when he was very young would play ball with Jack Benny.  The kids would take his bicycle and hide it.  One of the boys would go over to his house and tell his family that they would show him where they found the bike.  He got to go and sometimes that would get him out of practicing the violin and other things.  I do not imagine that they could have used that one very often.  This testimony came from an interview with my Father from Ruth Brown and I cannot release it without her permission.
Elaine K. (Wallin) Dulaney ladylaini1@Juno.com  
Waukegan, IL USA - March 24, 2006 2:20 PM

I must say that I find this website and the late Mr. Benny thoroughly delightful.
Courtney cmh24@unh.edu  
Norwood, MA USA - March 22, 2006 10:12 PM

Does anybody have a recording of "Love in Bloom" that they could email me?  One by the Sportsman Quartet would be great, but I'd take any. I hear that Spike Jones does a great version! I am ripping a DVD of Jack's shows and want it for the menu. I'd also take "When you say I'll beg your Pardon" if sung by Jack. Thanks
Mitchell Diamond mitch.diamond@comcast.net  
Medford, MA USA - March 20, 2006 8:57 PM

I worked as a writer for many years and during the 80's wrote for stars including Johnny Carson, Bob Hope, Dean Martin, and Frank Sinatra.  But I have spoken on several occasions with older colleagues who wrote for Jack.  They all agreed that he was not only a wonderful performer, but the nicest person they have ever worked for, and I think that's a great legacy.  And thanks for a great website! 
Monty Aidem http://www.FrankTribute.com info@franktribute.com
Los Angeles, CA USA - February 14, 2006 8:05 AM

As a longtime fan of Mr. Benny I can still recall visiting Waukegan Illinois and appreciating that he was from there.  I used to like watching him on tv and liked the jokes about how cheap he was...I am very cheap too. I also play the violin rather badly, have blue eyes and and look a lot like him. He has always been my idol.
Russ Scardino Bigruss@msn.com
Rochester, NY USA - January 21, 2006 9:26 AM

Our office computer guy is age 30. "I've heard of him", but he hadn't a clue. It is sad that so few of the younger generation don't have the genuine fun of JB hallmarks. I told him (just to make a point) that his funniest lines were "m-m-m" and "Well!" He has no idea about that and all the rest. I'm happy to sign up for your newsletter.
Can you tell me on what JB TV program I will find the "Si Cy Sue" routine. Also, can you tell me two JB radio programs where I can find that routine?
Darrell Davis kgdg@swbell.net
Mission, TX USA - January 18, 2006 5:45 AM

LL:  Hi Darrell.  I don't have the dates of all the TV shows where the Si-Sy routine can be found, but go to Biography (at left), then Other Stuff, and look for the link to the Si-Sy radio dates.  Enjoy!

I sent a flyer about the Jack Benny stamp in all of my Christmas cards last year 2005. Got some good positive response from a good number of my friends and family. I made up a story that "I Had A Dream That Jack Benny Was My Father!" I didn't know my dad and the more I read about him sure wished had. Have a great day Elaine
Elaine Kramer elainesept@yahoo.com
chicago, il USA - January 17, 2006 10:15 AM

Even though I never knew Jack, I think he was quite a man.
Herschel H. Pedigo pedorosa@valornet.com
Blooming Grove, Tx USA - January 16, 2006 12:36 PM

I grew up listing to him on the radio and then watching him on a new thing call TV.
William Hillebrand whillebrand@yahoo.com
Penn Valley, CA USA - January 15, 2006 3:53 PM

I just love the Jack Benny program!  I have quite a number on cassette and CD, and also some VHS and DVD of his television program.  Are there any other fans out there in Kentucky?
John Brown preacherjohnnymack@juno.com
Flatwoods, KY USA - January 15, 2006 12:27 PM

You are doing a great job. Good luck!
Joe jertse_joe@gmail.com
New York, NY USA - January 14, 2006 8:27 PM

I LOVE JACK BENNY , I GREW UP IN WAUKEGAN AND EVEN WENT TO JACK BENNY JR HIGH
mary evans mje94@earthlink.net
phoenix, az USA - January 11, 2006 3:16 PM

I loved his 'gentle humor.' He did more with his facial expressions than 50 contemporary comedians can today.  "Oh, really?"  yup.  -j.b. nimble
Jack musicjack@usa.com
Austin, TX USA - January 11, 2006 7:08 AM

I go to sleep with the jack benny radio show playing in the background every night.  My oldest son does as well.  Now my 12 year old nephew has the bug.
john lynn buddycat3701@yahoo.com
glade park, co USA - January 10, 2006 4:56 AM

i watched jack as a kid on tv. and always enjoyed him and all the cast. now i have a xm radio and never miss a show. its quite amazing how they had good clean comedy then and how crude and rude it is today... and thanks for keeping his memory alive and well
patrick mchugh mchugh47@verizon.net
greensburg, in USA - January 07, 2006 9:57 PM

Thanks for trying to get Jack Benny on a US stamp. Hopefully the stamps will stay at 39 cents forever!
Michael Cady mlcicady@charter.net
Menominee, WI USA - January 07, 2006 9:25 AM

71 YEARS OLD AND VIVIDLY REMEMBER LISTENING TO JACK WITH MOM AND DAD.  KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.  BILL.
WILLIAM MCKIE kokie4ever@yahoo.com
KIMBERLING CITY, MO USA - January 07, 2006 2:45 AM

Great Idea to have Jack on a stamp; classy!
John DeRossett derossettphoto@yahoo.com
Warner Robins, GA USA - January 07, 2006 1:34 AM

I enjoyed the humor of Jack Benny and his side kick "Rochester" very much while growing up during those days he was 39.
Donald A Mattox tturbod2001@yahoo.com
Johnson City, NY USA - January 06, 2006 10:38 PM

i JUST MOVED DOWN HERE FROM wAUKEGAN AND A LOT OF PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW WHO jACK bEENY IS I HAD AN EXHIBIT OF jACK bENNYY aT THE OLD TOWN COLLEGE i HAD A FAIR AMOUNT OF PEOPLE WHO REMEMBERED jACK..i'M FROM wAUKEGAN AND EVEN PEOPLE THERE DON "T KNOW WHO jACK bENNY IS
Jack Melcher tommix34@sbcglobal.net
Marble Hill, MO USA - January 06, 2006 11:21 AM

Does anyone know a source for dvd's of Jack Benny movies?
Richard Gabel Rgabelmd@aol.com
Scarsdale, ny USA - January 05, 2006 2:05 PM

Hi Richard:  Go to Programs (at left), then Video Library.  I think you'll be happy with our selection. - LL

Hello! First time here. This site is very interesting. I like it! Best Wishes. Dorothy.
Dorothy Mackiton d_mackiton9@aol.com
Big Lake, Alaska USA - January 05, 2006 9:45 AM

i love jack he is the best  keep up the great work  laura
charles cric9883@aol.com
milltown, nj USA - January 01, 2006 5:03 PM

How do I get to buy the movie To Be or Not To Be
Mike Singer hmv@singerphoto.co.za
Johannesburg, GP South Africa - January 01, 2006 11:06 AM

Hi Mike:  Go to Programs (at left), then video library.  We have To Be or Not To Be in our holdings.  Keep in mind, since I see you're in South Africa, that our offerings are in NTSC format.  I would guess that your television standard is PAL.  However, more and more DVD players can play both seamlessly. - LL

I have noticed that several folks leaving messages here are listening to Jack's shows on XM radio. XM is great, isn't it! There is one thing missing from XM's line-up, however. As of yet (Jan 1, '06) XM does not play any of Gisele MacKenzie's songs. As most of those who are familiar with Jack's shows are aware, Gisele was a protege of Jack, and played the violin with him and sang on some of his shows. Please help to keep Gisele's memory alive. Please email either Channel 4 or Channel 73 and ask them to play some of Gisele's songs. Channel 4's email address is: savoyexpress@xmradio.com
Channel 73's email address is:franksplace@xmradio.com
Gisele was the greatest singer who ever lived. I thank you and Gisele  thanks you!  Mike Stratton
Mike mikestraton@webtv.net
Los Angeles, CA USA - January 01, 2006 4:17 AM

It would be so fitting for Jacks' picture to be on the 39 cent stamp.I hope our vote will help to bring that about.
Sharon L. Ruckman rkmnrthrb@hotmail.com
Westphalia, IA USA - December 30, 2005 6:02 PM

Loved Jack and hope they put him on stamp.
Jean Winter jbwinter75@sbcglobal.net
Little Rock, AR USA - December 29, 2005 6:59 PM

Oh, how I love listening to the old Jack Benny radio programs! In fact, I was listening to him and his cast on chanel 164 XMRadio. He is the best commedian of all times. What a shame we don't have comedy this great anymore unless, that is... if you have Jack's tapes or an XMradio.
Karen Brigmond karenbrigmond@juno.com
Kissimmee, FL USA - December 26, 2005 3:40 PM

JACK is remembered a lot, in GEORGE BURNS' book ALL MY BEST FRIENDS !! A LOT OF PICTURES. IT'S in the library !!!! SO  JACK doesn't have to worry about being remembered ! 
stephen turck s.turck@aol.com
charlestown, RI USA - December 26, 2005 8:52 AM

would like to see more of his movies on TV.
Frank Nathanson franknstiv@yahoo.com
Staten Island, NY USA - December 25, 2005 8:33 PM

My parents got me hooked on the old time radio shows when I was a kid.38 now and still love to hear a good old Benny show.I like it that I can hear them on my XM.Hope we get Jack on that .39 cent stamp.I had my wife sign it too.
Dewayne Holt Dewayne_Holt@msn.com
Sun City, CA USA - December 24, 2005 11:48 PM

Great website
Thomas Hall tomkat1971@aol.com
Zanesville, OH USA - December 22, 2005 7:30 AM

XM Radio has Jack Benny programs on their Old Time Radio Channel 164 -- I'm listening to their special presentation of a series of his Xmas shows as I enter this.
Dick Anderson dickanders@earthlink.net
Desert Hot Springs, CA USA - December 21, 2005 9:08 PM

I look forward to finding about such a talented man.
Jennifer Jamieson jjamieson@psre.com
USA -

As the senior producer, director and writer for the WGTD Radio Theater (Kenosha-Racine, WI and covers Waukegan, IL), I would like to invite you to listen to: THE NEW JACK BENNY SHOW, to be aired live on 91.1 FM, and on the Internet:  www.wgtd.org
date: Saturday, February 11, 2006
Time:  11:15 a.m. CST
We always have a live studio audience of about 100 people.
Dr. Steve Brown stevenmbrown@hotmail.com
Salem, WI USA - December 20, 2005 8:35 PM

he was one a kind.  i met jack and mary in 1957
walter grammer grammer@yahoo.com
san antonio, tx USA - December 20, 2005 12:55 PM

As a fan of Mr. Benny, former resident and current business owner in Waukegan (see http://www.stevenmccollum.com/) I stongly support this.
Steven McCollum stevenpmccollum@gmail.com
Waukegan, IL USA - December 19, 2005 11:40 AM

Jack Benny was and still is one of the class acts of our time!  He could take the simplist of situations and turn it into a hilarious routine.  You almost couldn't wait for his inevitable sigh of indignation...and the uttering of "well".  The sashaying walk, the crossed arms, the hand on his chin, are all forever etched into my memory.  The Horn Blows at Midnight for you Jack and forever in our hearts.
Lupe St.Denis
Union City, CA USA - December 19, 2005 10:52 AM

Jack Benny was the greatest.
Donna Isbrecht disbrecht@yahoo.com
Bushkill, PA USA - December 18, 2005 5:23 PM

I was a kiddo growing up in the 50s in El Paso. My fondest memories were being gathererd around the old black and white TV set watching Mr. Benny. Those were nights where our family all congregated in the living room, with no worries, no distractions and just good old laughter. I wish Mr. Benny was still doing his show, I'd be watching.
Sterling Broks sterling@pgrb.com
Abilene, TX USA - December 18, 2005 4:24 PM

In order to honor Jack Benny. I sure hope it happens!
Joann Bianchi
Oceanside, CA USA - December 18, 2005 2:58 PM

Hello. Your website looks good. Nice job :). I am impressed...
Jack Harlinghton hellojack75@aolr.com
Caryville, FL USA - December 18, 2005 3:56 AM

I grew up with Jack Benny and decided to look-up his fan club website after watching the DVD release of his Christmas Program and New Years Show.
Beverly Boyd jbboyd@verizonmail.com
Trophy Club, TX USA - December 17, 2005 1:36 PM

Jack Benny deserves to be on the 39 cent stamp. We should do all that we can to get him there.
FRANK HOLIDAY HOLIDAYF@AOL.COM
HOT SPRINGS, AR USA - December 17, 2005 9:26 AM

Just found old time radio on XM and now I can relive all of Jack Benny programs when they come on. Love it.
Francis Fisher fcf51@hotmail.com
Lawton, ok USA - December 16, 2005 12:21 AM

Jack Benny is in the Parthenon of Comic Greats! And he played a mean fiddle, too!!! Sleep warm, Jack!!! Warmly, George @ www.soundslikefrank.com
George Lyons george@soundslikefrank.com
Malden, Ma USA - December 13, 2005 9:46 PM

I WAS BORN AND RAISED IN WAUKEGAN, AND HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PROUD OF MY HOMETOWN. ALTHOUGH I NOW RESIDE IN NASHVILLE, TN. JACK BENNY HAS ALWAYS BEEN ONE OF MY FAVORITE COMEDIANS. OH AND BY THE WAY I WILL BE CELEBRATING THE 8th ANNIVERSARY OF MY 39th BIRTHDAY IN MARCH.  THANK YOU
BENITO A GUTIERREZ BENIGTRR@AOL.COM
NASHVILLE, TN USA - December 12, 2005 10:08 PM

I remember the television shows growing up.  Jack was alway a favorite of mine.  When I was stationed in Rota Spain, they used to play his radio shows on AFRTS.  Today, I download the old radio shows to my iPod and listen as I drive.  I'll never be tired of listening to the Jello shows.
Traj
Ken Trajanowski groucho_marx@mac.com
Woonsocket, RI USA - December 12, 2005 10:10 AM

mr benny is great
daveclark yuccadave@peoplepc.com
yuccavalley, ca USA - December 12, 2005 9:46 AM

I never missed the Jack Benny Show when growing up in the 40's. He was a master of comedy timing.
reda kshir@hotmail.co.uk
bournemouth, dorst U.K. - December 11, 2005 12:21 PM

I remember listening to Jack Benny on Sundays at 7PM in New Jersey when I was a kid. I recently have gotten lots of Jack Benny program tapes from Radio Spirits and enjoy them even more. He was the best (along side with Fred Allen). Those certainly were the Golden Days Of Radio. Keep up the good work!!!
Bob Brinkerhoff bobrink@comcast.net
Ada, MI USA - December 08, 2005 5:42 PM

I just want to say that it is a great looking website and a very nice thing to do for the great Jack Benny. I was just watching him today. Jack Benny would be very grateful that many people still care for him.
Joe Voigt joecvskater@aol.com
highland, MI USA - December 07, 2005 5:28 PM

Having Jack Benny on the 39 cent stamp is a great idea and let's hope it gets done. Now could someone direct me to a site which sorts through the DVDs and comments etc...
William R. Gallant beelaker@gmail.com
Chelsea, MA USA - December 07, 2005 12:19 PM

As a musician I've always enjoyed jack's humour & humanity.Here down under I'm now searching for DVD's of his material for my collection.
Ian T.L. Boyd bojangles.music@tpg.com.au
sydney, nsw Australia - December 05, 2005 10:28 PM

I always loved Jack Benny growing up.  His humor was timeless!
Peter Jones
Washington, DC USA - December 05, 2005 2:22 PM

he was the best. lick 'em and honor him !!!
barry keefe barry@wtmx.com
chi, il USA - December 05, 2005 6:19 AM

I am a former resident of Woodstock, Il. Grew up watching and listening to Jack Benny. I think this a great trbute to some one well deserved of the honor
Warren L. Geske warrenlg@cox.net
Denham Springs, LA USA - December 04, 2005 2:25 PM

JACK AND I SHARE THE SAMEBIRTH DATE FEBRUARY 14 ARE THERE ANY WEB SITES TO LISTEN TO OTR PROGRAMS?
arthur gagnier ARTHURGAGNIER@YAHOO.COM
lincoln, RI USA - December 04, 2005 12:43 PM

LL:  Yes.  Go to Links -> Benny Links and look for "Purchases and Downloads".  There are some sites that provide Jack Benny programs for download.

I JUST FOUND YOUR WEBSITE AND I FIND IT INTERESTING.
John Dewyze JDEWYZE@SYMPATICO.CA
Toronto, Ontario Canada - December 01, 2005 8:02 AM

very good,keep up the good work.
richard coid richardacoid@yahoo.com
glasgow, scotland - December 01, 2005 7:00 AM

He was a good person.  He will be truely missed.  Regards, Steve Povlo
Steve Povlo
Los Angeles, CA USA - November 30, 2005 9:50 PM

Thank You
Mike McCourt mike.mccourt@verizon.net
East Wenatchee, WA USA - November 28, 2005 7:26 PM

Very nice.
Henry T. Sahler III n9nox@4ghc.com
Zion, IL USA - November 28, 2005 7:23 PM

39 cent stamp would be a great honour to Mr. Benny !!
jack bennie jbennie2@shaw.ca
winnipeg, mb. Canada - November 28, 2005 7:04 PM

I never missed the Jack Benny Show when growing up in the 50's. He was a master of comedy timing.
Roy E. Berglund songberg7@yahoo.com
Winter Springs, FL USA - November 28, 2005 5:01 PM

If Jack were alive today he would be on stage at the new Genesee Theater, as a matter of fact, I think he is. Come check out the statue of Jack at Jack Benny park, right across the street from the Genesee Theater here in Waukegan. I have forwarded this site to everyone I know. LETS GET A STAMP!!!
Robert L. Bjork iamrobtlbjorkjr@yahoo.com
Waukegan, IL USA - November 28, 2005 9:13 AM

There is none more qualified and loved to represent a 39 cent stamp, then our Jack.
Edna E Nieves edna.nieves@ci.waukegan.il.us
Waukegan, IL USA - November 28, 2005 7:47 AM

Being a Chicagoan always felt that Jack Benny was our neighbor....memories are great....but, the 39cent stamp would be THE BEST tribute to a special man....I remember "watching" the radio when The Jack Benny show was on, we were not one of the first to have TV.....keep it going.
Zelda Wise
Houston, TX USA - November 27, 2005 5:00 PM

I think a commenorative stamp for Jack Benny is a great idea.  Where do I sign the petition?
John Cappello jcap1@sbcglobal.net
Dallas, TX USA - November 27, 2005 8:31 AM

Hi John - Just go to www.jackbenny.org, then click on the "Sign the Petition" link under Featured Items.  Thank you (and everyone else!) for your support!

Terrific web site. Did not know that this web site existed until we tuned into Chuck Shaden WBEZ Chicago.
Harry & Sharon Cerjak Snowyalex2004@prodigy.net
Chicago, IL USA - November 26, 2005 6:27 PM

A FIVE STARR ENTAINER  TOP OF THE HEAP
ALAN GABOR LSM344@PEOPLE PC.COM
PALATINE, IL USA - November 26, 2005 3:44 PM

The idea of a 39 cent stamp with Jack Benny is perfect! I'm forwarding the petition to all my friends!
Tom Hedeen tvhedeen@hotmail.com
Chicago, IL USA - November 26, 2005 2:32 PM

I just signed the petition for Jack to get on the 30 cent stamp. I've loved Jack Benny all my life, and I want to see him get this honor. Let's all hope it happens!
Jean Getty Klein jeanmarie96@hotmail.com
Chicago, IL USA - November 26, 2005 11:25 AM

I think U R right Jack would make a great stamp
bob reed
hillsdale, Michigan USA - November 25, 2005 5:50 PM

Now cut that out!!!!
Jim Lassi jimlassi@patmedia.net
Flemington, NJ USA - November 25, 2005 7:20 AM

always love the benny program on television
louie greatone_61@hotmail.com
toronto, ont Canada - November 23, 2005 9:09 AM

I saw Jack Benny in person as a child in Rockville, Maryland some 40 years ago ("I told my agent that before I died I wanted to tour London, Paris, and Rockville").  I have always been a fan.  Can you help me get a transcript of the Si, Cy, Sue routine with Mel Blanc?
Richard Maltz richard.maltz@je.jfcom.mil
Suffolk, VA USA - November 22, 2005 12:33 PM

I was a student at Jack Benny Jr. High in Waukegan, Illinois.  Jack Benny came to his "namesake" school and did a show for us.  After the show he stood in the hallway entrance to the school gym and smiled and was such a friendly guy I had to go up and thank him and shake his hand.  I will never forget.
Alyce Brechler alyceelizabeth @hotmail.com
Helenville, WI USA - November 19, 2005 7:45 AM

HELLO TO ONE AND ALL! MY WIFE DIED IN 2002 AND I DECIDED THEN AND THERE,  I WOULD BECOME A CLOWN AT THE AGE 0F 72, SINCE THEN I HAVE BEEN ATTENDING CLOWN COLLEGE FOR 3 YEARS, AND RECENTLY HAVE ADOPTED THE JACK BENNY VIOLIN TYPE SKIT AS ADOPTED BY WORDS OF WISDOM FROM THE LATE  PAT O'BRIEN RE. THE PLAYING OF THE VIOLIN." I PLAY A FEW STRINGS AND PICK SOMEONE IN THE AUDIENCE AND TELL A JOKE OR TWO AND THEN GO ON TO THE NEXT PERSON WITH A FEW MORE STROKES OF THE BOW.  I AM A MEMBER OF THE R.I. SHRINERS CLOWN UNIT AND AM KNOWN AS TWINKLE-TOES ( A PANTOMIME DANCING CLOWN WITH PUPPET TWINKIE  JR,  MY GOALIS TO INTERWEAVE 3 TYPES OF CHARACTERS IN MY SKITS. THE JACK BENNY THEME WITH VIOLIN ETC TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH.  I AM CURRENTLY ATTENDING HOSPITALS, NURSING HOMES, AND CHILDRENS HOSPITALS TO ENTERTAIN THEM AND PUT SMILES ON THEIR FACES THE PERFORMANCES FOR THE SICK AND DISCOMFORTED HAS A GREAT NEED AND I WISH TO BRING THE NECESSARY SKITS TO MAKE THEM ALL LAUGH.  THANK YOU , FROM THE HEART WHIP CROSSMAN
WHIPPLE  D. CROSSMAN  JR WHIPCCROSS@SISNA.COM
Warwick, RI USA - November 18, 2005 8:26 AM

It was a pleasure to be able to spend time with my cousin [Eddie Carroll] before his show and to be able to see him perform. You are wonderful as Jack Benny and I hope that I can see another one of your shows. Lots of love, from the Ambersons.
Michelle Amberson mamberso@cha.ab.ca
Edmonton, Alberta Canada - 1/12/2005 10:10:53 AM

This is GREAT!  Thank you for keeping Jack's memory alive.  And on behalf of my wonderful parents, including my father, Dallas McKennon: who did radio with Jack, and later went on to play Capt. Jet and Cincinnatus...Zo-o-o-o-o-mmmm!
Tammy Rock momz2mail@yahoo.com
Wilsonville, OR USA - 11/9/2005 12:33:40 AM

As a young man I had the great honor to appear with Mr. Benny at a charity fund raiser in Cleveland. Several other show biz noteables were on the bill...none more charming than Jack. He praised my singing and dancing abilities and offered to one day give me a chance to appear on his t.v show. I will always remember his kindness.
Johnny Detondo johnnyd@aol.com
Beverly Hills, CA USA - 11/7/2005 5:02:37 PM

My Uncle, Frankie Remely, played guitar (left handed) in Phil Harris"s band. Frankie was always cast as "the bad boy" in the band and had an infectuous laugh which I could aways hear when I listened to the Jack Benny Radio Show. I grew up in Minneapolis, MN and when Jack Benny came on tour and played at the Orpheum Theater Jack Benny, Phil Harris and Frankie came out to my Grandmothers farm in Edina, MN for dinner. I was about 10 years old and I remember that Mr. Benny was just a "regular guy" and fit right in with all of our family. What a memorable evening!! I loved his sense of humor and impeccable timing.What a comic and what a grand person!!!
Jack Strong jackiestrong3@hotmail.com
Sammaish, WA USA - 11/7/2005 10:33:17 AM

As an impressionable seven year old I was fortunate enough to have appeared with Jack on his 'Shower of Stars' in the mid-fifties. He was patient, indulgent, and adorable and after rehearsal bought me an Eskimo Pie from the commissary at CBS. He told me I was an expensive date, and that if I ever wanted to be asked back on his show, the next time I was going to have to bring my own dime. Well !
sigh - Marie
Marie Miani8@aol.com
London, England - 11/6/2005 4:56:14 PM

Cool Site
Dan Trigg dantrigg422@aol.com
La Porte, TX USA - 11/4/2005 11:32:31 AM

The world would benefit from more of Jack's gentle humor.
Dean Knudsen dean@superpa.net
Gettysburg, PA USA - 11/3/2005 2:25:04 PM

Hi ya Jackson!  The All time "Best of the Best"... always current but never short in content.
Shawn Conley sconley@sympatico.ca
Windsor, Ontario Canada - 10/22/2005 2:54:00 PM 

Hi folks. Been a big fan of jack's for many years. Would love to see the old shows repeated on tv. What about the tributes by kelsey grammar ?,were they any good. He seems a big fan, has a lot of jack's mannerisms. Love the site, hope to win the caption contest, first time entered.
Joe Plowman j.plowman@mpo.ie
Dublin, Ireland - 10/21/2005 4:33:40 AM 

When I worked for an airline, he and his manager were passengers in first class. I went over to him and asked if he would autograph a dollar bill. He said "It is only a dollar bill", I said, "Its the smallest I have". He laughed and signed the bill.
Harry Sidor Harry596@cs.com
 Lynbrook, NY USA - 10/10/2005 4:40:04 PM 

THE CHRISTMAS ALBUM JACK DID WITH DENNIS DO YOU THINK IT WILL EVER BE RELEASED ON CD
Brian Hilbelink bjrnhilbelink@msn.com
oostburg, wi USA - 10/6/2005 7:19:12 PM

LL:  I suppose it's possible, but it was put out by Design Records and I don't know that they're still in business or who would have bought the rights to their material.  We do have it in our Audio Library.

Jack Benny was my favorite TV star!  I loved his self-deprecating humor and low-key personality.  His talent is timeless - how sad that we lack these kind of stars today.
Judy Laucka Laucka@msn.com
Marshfield, MA USA - 9/22/2005 4:24:16 PM

Thanks again Laura for this great tribute site to JACK! Hope your feeling better. Iv signed the guest book before and just want to show support for the great site. I also would like to share my love of the music on the show, I recently purchased Kenny Bakers Greatest Hits CD. It has 75 minutes of great music from the 30s and 40s.If there are other fans out there who want info just email me. Also Eddie Carroll is doing a show Nov5 and 6th.IN Edmonton Alberta CANADA. If there are any JACK fans out there please email to go with- never been to one of his shows here he is great! Continuing my support for this wonderful site! Come on Laura ! When does your next radio guide Benny book come out?
Troy Picklyk troy4@telus.net
Kamloops, BC Canada - 9/20/2005 2:08:00 PM

LL:  Working on it!  I was using some of my recovery time to concentrate on Volume 2.  Can't rush quality, but it's definitely in process.  Stay tuned.

Problay that was the best show ever and they should do reruns
Robby minnesotarobby@yahoo.com
Shorewood, MN USA - 9/20/2005 3:48:06 AM

Checking history, if it wasn't for the writers and Al Boasberg! Thank heavens they were around for Good OLE JACK BENNY, AT THE RIGHT TIME IN HISTORY!!!
stephen turck s.turck@aol.com
Charlestown, RI USA - 9/17/2005 3:31:34 PM

Jack Benny's comedy is timeless.  One of my father's favorites along with Red Skelton and Jackie Gleason.  What brings me to this site are commercials for Johnny Carson's videos.  Jack Benny steals the routine right out from under Bob Hope .. always amazing!
Nick Grenfell nickgrenfell@cox.net
Phoenix, AZ USA - 9/12/2005 11:50:33 PM

Would like to buy a copy of the Jack Benny/Mel Blanc routine of Si, Sy, Sue PLEASE!  Thank you
Wilhelmina Briggs Kish53@aol.com
Phoenix, AZ USA - 8/31/2005 11:17:35 AM

LL:  Hi Wilhelmina...check out Programs, then Audio Library for information on ordering shows.  To get the dates of all the Si-Sy shows, go to Biography, then Other Stuff, and look for the link to the Si-Sy page.

I still remember the old Texaco commercial, "Won't you fill up, Jack Benny" (to the tune of "Won't you come home, Bill Bailey".  One of my favorites.
Marty Brownfield proofmb2@fedex.com
 Memphis, TN USA - 8/29/2005 2:08:58 PM

I knew Joan Benny at Stanford and after. Had dinner with Jack a couple of times. He couldn't have been nicer to me. He even played his violen just for me one night.Joan took me to dinner with him one night and sat me down between Jack and Sammy Davis Jr. Wonderful memories of a wonderful man
Gerry Maloney mgengsm@comcast.net
 Jacksonville, FL USA - 8/28/2005 6:02:20 PM

Born in 1950, I grew up watching Jack Benny on television and thinking about how good he must have been on radio. When I was about thirteen, I saw him perform live on Broadway and waited patiently outside of the stage door to get an autograph. I remember him as a very gracious man, willing to sign autographs. He was also very well-preserved and he wore a very elegant overcoat. There is something reassuring about his comedy. I admire in particular the way in which he moved between a variety and a situation comedy format on his show. It's too bad that no one has written a book about him recently, one that used whatever archival sources exist.
Edward Berkowitz ber@gwu.edu
 Baltimore, MD USA - 8/28/2005 8:21:41 AM

I'm 42 years old and grew up, believe it or not, listening to Mr. Benny's radio program.  The benefit of older parents and audio tape.  I'm glad to see this site.
Jamey Foshee jameyandlisa@sbcglobal.net
 Lawton, OK USA - 8/27/2005 12:14:19 PM

Wonderful site and great tribute to a legend!
Fredi Isaeva fredi_isaeva@yahoo.com
 Seattle, WA USA - 8/25/2005 10:59:35 AM

I'm pleased to see there is a fan club. I grew up with Jack Benny in L.A. of the 50s and always fondly remember him though I have now been living in Switzerland for over 40 years. I was delighted recently to find a DVD in Digby, Canada, of 5 classic shows dating from 1954. I wondered if I would still like Jack Benny and find him funny and I was overjoyed to see that he still has that magic touch for me, and this after 50 years of not seeing him!
Best regards,
Roger Bonner info@roger-bonner.ch
 Basel, Switzerland - 8/10/2005 12:28:39 AM

Truly a Man of gentle humility...he lived so others could laugh. Thank You Jack
Marcus Benoit mcbenoit@homail.com
 North Bay, ON Canada - 8/2/2005 10:46:11 AM

Everyone that doesn't know who Jack Benny is should really take the time to find out about him!  Please. Thank you. martha
martha  c mcneelege bonolarryedge@aol.com
 transfer, pa USA - 7/25/2005 4:34:46 AM

I'm 14 and Jack Benny is the funniest comedian EVER!!!
JB jlbasketball@austin.rr.com
 CeP, TX USA - 7/17/2005 4:43:16 PM

just discovered Jack Benny by way of an old MASH episode. i like his material a lot! found you through google and jumped at the chance to join. thanks!
Susan suzette5105@msn.com
 Immaculata, PA USA - 7/12/2005 8:08:13 PM

I loved watching Jack on T.V. when I was a kid. He could get himself in the goofiest situations.  He played the violin very well, but played awful on the show to get laughs...also, Jack was not cheap, he was a very nice man. 
Ron
Rowland Heights, CA USA - 7/8/2005 2:59:05 AM

Dear International Jack Benny Fan Club: I was in Mr. Benny's home South of Sunset Blvd. as a Bel-Air Patrol - Alarm Installer and Maintenance Man. I was there 3 days after Mr. Benny passed from this world. The mirrors were covered in his earthly home. This is a Jewish Tradition in a house of mourning. In the next room, across from the reception room which I could see from the foyer when on a maintenance call there, I could see that Mr. Benny's surviving family and maybe a friend or two were sitting Shiva. They were talking of their loss. I let my Christian partner know what was happening and asked the family's man who greeted us if it would not be better to return later in consideration for the family. It was a most solemn time. My partner and I talked of Mr. Benny and his comedy while driving to the next service location. We talked of Mr. Rodchester, Mr. Benny's closet friend and confidant. All we have now are memories of Mr. Benny. Thank You Jack Benny Fan Club,
Sincerely,
Mister Michael S Jeffers Esquire
MICHAEL STEVEN JEFFERS mandsstl@peoplepc.com
 Olivette, MO USA - 7/7/2005 7:27:17 PM

Hello fans of Jack Benny! I'm the manager of a community radio station in Seaside Florida, made famous by Jim Carrey in the movie The Truman Show. I am airing the Jack Benny Show every "Sunday Night at 7" (central time zone). You can hear it on your computer at my web site. http://www.30aradio.org/  We are named after Scenic Highway 30-A in NW Florida. I think you will enjoy the broadcast if you tune in. Tonight I'm airing two excerpts from shows he did during World War Two from military bases. Also tonight for the 4th of July holiday, you can hear a Bob Hope Show at the San Diego Navy Base with Roy Rogers and Dale Evans! This is radio worth listening to. I grew up loving these stars who were the greatest entertainers of our time. I hope some of you will become regular listeners to the show at its old air time of Sunday Night at 7pm. If any of you know someone who would like to advertise on the web site, please have them get in touch. Tell Jim Carrey to call me! (I Wish). But I do it because I LOVE radio and Jack Benny is one who made it special.
Mark David Sawyer mark@30aradio.org
 Seaside, Fl USA - 7/3/2005 7:08:05 AM

By portraying a petulant "everyman", Jack Benny helped us to laugh at our own shortcomings.  He was actually kind, generous to charities, and thoughtful to his fans.  I have e-mailed you the familiar publicity shot he autographed for me when I was just a kid.  Although it's a 1960 photo, I got it in l971.  He only lived three more years.  I still miss him. Keep up the good work.--
Randy Black randytappva@aol.com
 Tappahannock, VA USA - 7/1/2005 10:44:35 PM

This is the first fan club I've ever been in. It's nice to be with you all!
Marilyn R. Williams williamsmarilynr@yahoo.com
 Saint Louis, MO USA - 6/30/2005 9:25:55 PM

I remember a TV program with Ginger Rogers, it was a New years program. It started with Jack coming in and no one was there. the cuttain opened and Ginger was on stag. Does anyone remember this? Thanks
Jack Helms ihbnyc2175@intergate.com
 Sun City West, AZ USA - 6/26/2005 11:01:33 AM

LL:  Sure do, Jack.  It's one of my personal favorites.  That show is in our video library.  At left click Programs, then Video Library to see all the details. 

I attended The Junior High school named after Jack Benny in Waukegan. He was still alive at the time and he came to the school to appear in an assembly. My class was in the scho