Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Edgar John Bergen (born Edgar John Berggren, February 16, 1903 – September 30, 1978) was an American actor, comedian and radio performer, best known for his proficiency in ventriloquism and his characters Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd. He was the father of actress Candice Bergen.

Known For

The Muppet Movie

Himself / Charlie McCarthy (voice)

Fun and Fancy Free

Himself / Charlie McCarthy / Mortimer Snerd

The Homecoming: A Christmas Story

Ebenezer Walton

Don't Make Waves

Madame Lavinia

Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood

Professor Quicksand

Stage Door Canteen

Edgar Bergen

The Lion Roars Again

Self

Song of the Open Road

Edgar Bergen