| Age | 74 (age at death) |
| Birthday | 11 May, 1911 |
| Birthplace | New York, New York, USA |
| Died | 1 November, 1985 |
| Place of Death | Century City, California, USA |
| Height | 6' 1" (185 cm) |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Claim to Fame | The Phil Silvers Show |
Phil Silvers (May 11, 1911 – November 1, 1985) was an American entertainer and comedic actor, known as "The King of Chutzpah". His career as a professional entertainer spanned nearly sixty years. Silvers achieved major popularity when he starred in The Phil Silvers Show, a 1950s sitcom set on a U.S. Army post in which he played Master Sergeant Ernest (Ernie) Bilko. He also starred in the films It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (1963), and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966). He is a winner of two Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on The Phil Silvers Show and two Tony Awards for his performances in Top Banana and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
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