
Ed Herlihy
Biography
Edward Joseph Herlihy (August 14, 1909 – January 30, 1999) was a prominent American radio and television announcer. He was well-known for his distinctive voice and as the announcer for NBC's "The Kraft Music Hall" during the 1940s and 1950s. He was also the announcer for numerous commercials and shows, including The Jack Parr Tonight Show. Additionally, Herlihy appeared in bit parts in several movies and television shows like Pee Wee's Big Adventure. As Mr. Buxton, he was none too pleased when Pee-wee broke into his mansion and accused his son Francis of stealing his bike. Pee-wee gets his revenge by giving the upset dad a stick of spicy gum. Herlihy died of natural causes in 1999 at 89.
Acting (15 movies)

The King of Comedy
1982

Don't Drink the Water
1994

The Republic Pictures Story
1991

Yesterday's Witness
1976

Sports on the Silver Screen
1997

Malcolm X
1992

Zelig
1983

Friars Club Roast of Don Rickles
1970

A Long Time Till Dawn
1953

Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment
1985

Who Framed Roger Rabbit
1988

A Fine Mess
1986

Telly... Who Loves Ya, Baby?
1976

Communism Condemned
1947

Pee-wee's Big Adventure
1985
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