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Yogi YorgessonHarry Stewart Harry Stewart American comedian and musician For the U.S. Army Air Force officer, see Harry Stewart Jr. For the politician in Ontario, Canada, see Harry Allan Stewart. For the English Paralympic swimmer, see Harry Stewart (swimmer). Harry Stewart (October 21, 1908 – May 20, 1956), born Harry Skarbo, was an entertainer, singer, comedian, and songwriter. He was best known for his portrayal of Yogi Yorgesson, a comically exaggerated Swedish American.[1] Quick facts Born, Died ... Harry Stewart[1] Stewart, c. 1950 Born Harry Edward Skarbo (1908-10-21)October 21, 1908 Tacoma, Washington, U.S. Died May 20, 1956(1956-05-20) (aged 47) Tonopah, Nevada, U.S. Occupations Comedian, singer, songwriter Years active 1927-1956 Spouse Gretchen Children 2 Close Biography Harry Edward Skarbo was born in… (Source: Wikipedia)
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