Jerry Lewis Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Nutty Professor, Wife, Kids, MDA, Songs, Movies

Joseph Levitch also known as Jerry Lewis is a legendary American comedian, actor, singer, filmmaker, and humanitarian known for his wild slapstick humor, partnership with Dean Martin, and solo directorial work.

Through his energetic performances, classic films like The Nutty Professor, and decades-long MDA telethons raising millions for muscular dystrophy, he entertained audiences worldwide and became one of the most influential comic talents of the 20th century.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Joseph Levitch
• Stage Name: Jerry Lewis
• Born: March 16, 1926
• Age: 91 years old
• Died: August 20, 2017
• Birthplace: Newark, New Jersey, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Jewish
• Occupation: Comedian, Actor, Singer, Filmmaker, Humanitarian
• Height: 5 feet 10 inches
• Religion: Judaism
• Parents: Daniel Levitch and Rachael Levitch
• Siblings: Linda Gail Lewis, Frankie Jean Lewis, and Elmo Lewis Jr.
• Spouse: SanDee Pitnick
• Children: Gary Lewis, Danielle Sarah Lewis, Christopher Joseph Lewis, Joseph Lewis, Scott Lewis, Anthony Lewis
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $50 million USD

Early Life and Education

Jerry Lewis was born on March 16, 1926, in Newark, New Jersey, United States. He was brought up by his parents, Daniel Levitch and Rachael Levitch, in a Jewish family of Russian immigrant descent where both parents worked as vaudeville entertainers.

He grew up with three siblings, Linda Gail Lewis, Frankie Jean Lewis, and Elmo Lewis Jr. The family performed in Catskills resorts and New Jersey venues. He attended Irvington High School but dropped out to pursue show business. His ethnicity is Jewish, and his religion is Judaism.

Career

Jerry Lewis began his professional path at age five by performing with his parents in vaudeville. He teamed with singer Dean Martin in 1946, forming a wildly successful comedy duo that dominated nightclubs, television, and films for ten years with hits like At War with the Army.

After their 1956 split he launched a solo career starring in and often directing films such as The Bellboy, The Nutty Professor, and The Patsy. Known as the King of Comedy for his manic physical humor and childlike persona, he pioneered video assist technology in filmmaking.

Lewis hosted the annual MDA Labor Day Telethon for over 40 years, raising billions for charity. He appeared in dramatic roles later including in The King of Comedy and earned a Nobel Peace Prize nomination for his humanitarian work. His career spanned eight decades marked by innovation, box office success, and cultural impact on comedy.

Social Media

• Jerry Lewis does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Jerry Lewis was 91 years old at the time of his death and his height was 5 feet 10 inches. He was previously married to Patti Palmer from 1944 until their divorce in 1983. He married SanDee Pitnick in 1983 and remained with her until his death. They adopted one daughter, Danielle. He had six sons from his first marriage: Gary Lewis, Christopher Joseph Lewis, Joseph Lewis, Scott Lewis, and Anthony Lewis.

Net Worth

Jerry Lewis‘s net worth is estimated at $50 million USD. His income primarily came from film acting and directing, comedy performances, television shows, the long-running MDA telethons, book sales, and production work across his seven-decade career.

Filmography

• The Nutty Professor
• The Bellboy
• The Patsy
• The Errand Boy
• The Ladies Man
• The Disorderly Orderly
• The Family Jewels
• Three on a Couch
• At War with the Army
• Hollywood or Bust
• The King of Comedy
• Cracking Up