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Ernest Chambers, ‘Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour’ Showrunner, Dies at 97
The 11-time Emmy nominee teamed with Saul Ilson on other variety programs hosted by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Leslie Ugghams, Bobby Darin and Tony Orlando & Dawn.
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According to The Hollywood Reporter’s source item, Ernest Chambers, ‘Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour’ Showrunner, Dies at 97, The 11-time Emmy nominee teamed with Saul Ilson on other variety programs hosted by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Leslie Ugghams, Bobby Darin and Tony Orlando & Dawn.
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- Ernest Chambers, ‘Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour’ Showrunner, Dies at 97The Hollywood Reporter - 2026-06-02T16:46:11+00:00
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