August 20

This Day in Humor with Mike Durrett

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1885: Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Mikado" opened in New York City.

Born 1907: Alan Reed, actor, "Life With Luigi," TV's "Duffy's Tavern," "Andy's Gang," "Mr. Adams and Eve," the original voice of Fred on "The Flintstones," "Peter Loves Mary," "Breakfast at Tiffany's." Died 1977.

Born 1942: Isaac Hayes, singer, composer, actor, "Robin Hood: Men in Tights," voice of "Chef" on "South Park," "Blues Brothers 2000."

1989: "Saved by the Bell" began its run on NBC.

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