Norm Crosby

Norman Lawrence Crosby, born on September 15, 1927, in Boston, Massachusetts, was an American comedian known as 'The Master of Malaprop.' Starting in the 1950s, Crosby embarked on a successful solo career as a stand-up comedian, adopting a friendly, blue-collar persona. He gained popularity by incorporating malapropisms into his stand-up routines. In December 1964, he made his first appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. Crosby also co-starred on The Beautiful Phyllis Diller Show in late 1968. Throughout his career, he hosted various shows, including Everything Goes and The Comedy Shop. Crosby was also a frequent guest on Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts. He passed away on November 7, 2020.