Kay Kyser
Acting
Born 1905-06-18 · Rocky Mount, North Carolina, USA
James Kern Kyser (June 18, 1905 – July 23, 1985), known as Kay Kyser, was a popular radio personality and bandleader in the 1930's and 40's. Kyser's most popular show was Kay Kyser's Kollege of Musical Knowledge, which combined popular music with a quiz show format. It aired on Mutual Radio in 1938 and then moved to NBC Radio from 1939 to 1949. Kyser led the band as “The Ol’ Perfessor,” spouting signature catch phrases like, “That’s right—you’re wrong,” “Evenin’ folks, how y’all?” and “C'mon, chillun! Le's dance!” Kyser was also known for having his singers sing the song titles, a device copied by Sammy Kaye and Blue Barron. When the song began, one of the band's lead singers (usually Harry Babbitt) sang the title phrase, and then the first verse or two of the song was performed instrumentally before the lyrics resumed.
Known for
Showbiz Goes to War
1982 · Movie
The Movie Orgy
1968 · Movie
Show-Business at War
1943 · Movie
Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 2
1941 · Movie
Stage Door Canteen
1943 · Movie
Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 1
1941 · Movie
Thousands Cheer
1943 · Movie
Around the World
1943 · Movie
Invisible Opponent
1933 · Movie
Swing Fever
1943 · Movie
That's Right – You're Wrong
1939 · Movie
My Favorite Spy
1942 · Movie
You'll Find Out
1940 · Movie
Playmates
1941 · Movie
Carolina Blues
1944 · Movie
Africa Squeaks
1940 · Movie
G.I. Journal
1944 · Movie