Jack’s Leading Men
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Fred Allen
As a young man, Carter was given a boost to his career by famed comedian Allen, who put him on his popular radio show.
Sammy Davis Jr.
Carter appeared opposite Davis in the 1956 Broadway musical “Mr. Wonderful,” which ran for 383 performances.
Elvis Presley
Carter plays himself opposite the King and Ann-Margret in the spirited 1964 musical comedy “Viva Las Vegas.”
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