Murray Roman

Comedian

Birthday March 8, 1929

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace United States

DEATH DATE Nov 6, 1973 (44)

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About

Stand-up comedian who was killed in a car crash at the age of forty-four. He was known for his bit making fun of the singer, Bobby Goldsboro's song Honey, which he refashioned to call The Honey House.

Before Fame

His comedy work was admired by English musician, Keith Moon, who helped him secure a Track Records contract.

Trivia

He won a 1969 television writing Emmy for his work on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour.

Family Life

He married three times and fathered three children, all of whom were girls.

Associated With

His comic style has often been compared to that of Lenny Bruce.