George M. Cohan

George M. Cohan

George Michael Cohan (pronounced Ko-han; July 3, 1878 – November 5, 1942), known professionally as George M. Cohan, was a major American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer and producer.

Read more about George Cohan.

Famous quotes containing the words george m. cohan, george and/or cohan:

    You’re a grand old flag;
    You’re a high-flying flag.
    And forever in peace may you wave.
    George M. Cohan (1878–1942)

    Five hundred men, ordinary men, chosen accidentally from among the unemployed.
    —David Lloyd George (1863–1945)

    I’m a Yankee Doodle Dandy,
    A Yankee Doodle do or die;
    A real live nephew of my Uncle Sam’s,
    Born on the fourth of July.
    —George M. Cohan (1878–1942)