Perry Como television and radio shows
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Perry Como was an American singer, radio and television performer whose career covered more than fifty years. He is probably best known for his television shows and specials over a period of almost thirty years.[1][2] Como came to television in 1948 when his radio show was selected by NBC for experimental television broadcasts.[3] His television programs were seen in more than a dozen countries, making Como a familiar presence outside of the United States and Canada.[4][5][6]
He received five Emmys from 1955 to 1959,[7] a Christopher Award (1956) and shared a Peabody Award with good friend Jackie Gleason in the same year.[8][9] Como was inducted into the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame in 1990[10][11][12] and received a Kennedy Center Honor in 1987.[13] Como has the distinction of having three stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his work in radio, television, and music.[14]