About Dennis Allen
Lived 1940 – 1995 (aged 55). Dennis Allen was an American comedian.
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, front L-R: John Wayne, Tiny Tim, Dick Martin. In background, L-R: Ruth Buzzi, Joanne Worley, Alan Sues, Dennis Allen, and Henry Gibson
Dennis Roy Allen (June 10, 1940 – December 1, 1995) was an actor and comedian. He was a regular cast member on Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In, and appeared on Love American Style. He starred opposite Ruth Buzzi in Gene Kelly's Broadway production of ClownAround. He died in 1995 of lung cancer, aged 55. After completing his education, he moved to New York and began his career performing in an Off-Broadway music revue of material by Julius Monk in the Plaza 9 club at the Plaza Hotel.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dennis Allen?
American comedian
When was Dennis Allen born?
Dennis Allen was born on 10 June 1940.
When did Dennis Allen die?
Dennis Allen died on 1 December 1995.
What was Dennis Allen's occupation?
Dennis Allen was a comedian.
What nationality was Dennis Allen?
Dennis Allen was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dennis Allen (comedian)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dennis Allen. https://biography.guide/dennis-allen-comedian/
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Chicago: "Dennis Allen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dennis-allen-comedian/.
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