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11 Facts About Abbott and Costello
How many people still remember them?
When I was very young, I would occasionally see an Abbott and Costello movie on TV. I would see it as I was channel surfing. I didn’t actually watch it. I haven’t crossed paths with an Abbott and Costello movie in years. But despite the lack of support from me, Abbott and Costello established themselves as a dynamic comedic duo.
One thing I think should be mentioned is that Costello did their radio show one day after learning that his young son had died of an accidental drowning. And I have nothing snarky to say about that.
I do know Costello’s catchphrase, “Hey, Abbott!” but not a lot more. In the past, I’ve written about the Three Stooges and Laurel and Hardy. Now it’s Abbott and Costello’s turn.
1: Lou Costello was a surprisingly good athlete. He was an accomplished boxer and, despite being a 5'5" white guy, a pretty accomplished basketball player.
One report proclaimed him the foul-shot champion of New Jersey. Which is exactly the sort of title you’d expect a good 5'5" white basketball player to hold.
