Martin and Lewis
American comedy team
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Martin and Lewis were an American comedy duo consisting of singer Dean Martin and comedian Jerry Lewis. They rose to fame in the late 1940s and 1950s, performing together on stage, television, and in 16 motion pictures. Martin typically played the suave straight man, while Lewis portrayed an immature, slapstick clown. Their partnership was immensely popular, making them box-office stars. After their highly publicized breakup in 1956, both Martin and Lewis went on to successful solo careers in film, music, and television.12
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