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Harvey Korman was born in Chicago, Illinois, United States on February 15, 1927. Harvey Korman was listed as a comedian, film actor and voice actor. Death is recorded on May 29, 2008, at the age of 81. Schooling on record includes Senn High School and DePaul University. Recorded honors include Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program (1972).
My Take
Harvey Korman is, to me, the patron saint of the brilliant second banana. On The Carol Burnett Show he was the straight man who couldn't stay straight, famously corpsing whenever Tim Conway went off-script, and those broken takes became some of television's most beloved moments. A towering Chicago native with a DePaul education and four Emmys, he chose to serve the laugh rather than chase the spotlight. I admire that generosity enormously. Great comedy needs a generous reactor, and Korman gave Burnett's troupe its warmth and its timing. He is proof that supporting players can outlast the leads in our affection.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Harvey Korman
- Name (Japanese)
- ハーヴィ・コーマン
- Reading
- はーゔぃ・こーまん
- Born
- February 15, 1927 – May 29, 2008
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Rabbit
- Origin
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Height
- 191 cm
- Occupation
- comedian / film actor / voice actor / stage actor / television actor
2. Background
- High school
- Senn High School
- University
- DePaul University
Awards & achievements
- 1972 Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program
3. Links
4. About this entry
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- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Harvey Korman born?
Born February 15, 1927.
When did Harvey Korman die?
Died May 29, 2008, aged 81.
Where was Harvey Korman from?
Harvey Korman was from Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What did Harvey Korman do?
Harvey Korman worked as comedian, film actor, voice actor, stage actor, television actor.
How tall was Harvey Korman?
Harvey Korman was 191 cm.
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