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Actor
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Anne Battler (1934-1959)
Children
4 children: Carole Costello
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Popularity
Tier B -- 25,586 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 85 years (1926-2011)
Notable
Career spanning 85 years (1926-2011) -- among the longest-active actors in A-tier
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 19
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Filmography (46)
Reagan
Film
Terror in the Aisles
Film
That's Entertainment, Part II
Film
The World of Abbott and Costello
Film
The 30 Foot Bride of Candy Rock
Film
Dance with Me, Henry
Film
Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy
Film
Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops
Film
Fireman Save My Child
Film
Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Film
AWARDS (2)
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New Jersey Hall of Fame
2009
WON
B
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1960
WON
Biography
Louis Francis Costello (March 6, 1906 – March 3, 1959) was an American actor and comedian best known as half of the comedy team of Abbott and Costello, with Bud Abbott. Costello was famous for his bumbling, chubby, clean-cut image that has appealed to many Americans over the decades, and for his shouted line of "HEEEEYYY ABBOTT!!."
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Lou Costello?
Lou Costello was born on and passed away on at the age of 52.
Where was Lou Costello born?
Lou Costello was born in Paterson, New Jersey, USA.
What movies or shows has Lou Costello been in?
Lou Costello has 46 credits in our database. Notable titles include Reagan (2011), Terror in the Aisles (1984), That's Entertainment, Part II (1976), The World of Abbott and Costello (1965), The 30 Foot Bride of Candy Rock (1959).
What is Lou Costello known for?
Lou Costello is primarily known as an actor. Louis Francis Costello (March 6, 1906 – March 3, 1959) was an American actor and comedian best known as half of the comedy team of…
Where can I find more information about Lou Costello?
You can find more about Lou Costello on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
