Martha Raye

Martha Raye (August 27, 1916 Butte, Montana, USA – October 19, 1994 Los Angeles, California, USA) was an American comic actress and singer who performed in movies, and later on television. She also acted in plays, including Broadway. She was honored in 1969 with an Academy Award as the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award recipient for her volunteer efforts and services to the troops.