The Red Skelton Show was a popular American television comedy/variety show that featured a mix of comedy sketches, monologues, and musical performances. The program's primary focus was on physical humor and was known for its colorful and creative characters created by Red Skelton, resulting in a unique and engaging viewing experience. Skelton, a master character actor, and mime had a joke book with a reported 180,000 jokes and was renowned for his rapid-fire jokes and gags, in addition to his storytelling skills in longer sketches centered around American life. The Red Skelton Show stood among the most celebrated shows of its time, earning various accolades such as Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe for Best TV Show.

The Red Skelton Show was on the air from 1951 to 1971, beginning and ending its broadcast run on NBC, with the majority of its 672 episodes airing on CBS. Throughout its twenty-year run, the show proved resilient in various aspects, from time slots to format changes, which helped it remain a staple in American entertainment. The show was produced at Desilu Productions and CBS Television City in Hollywood and was telecast in color around 100 times between 1955 and 1960. Skelton's show featured notable guest stars such as John Wayne, Jack Benny, and Phyllis Diller, with musical accompaniment provided by the show's orchestra, led by famous bandleader David Rose, who also created the show's signature tune, "Holiday for Strings". The program's appeal and memorable characters contributed greatly to Red Skelton's career, making the show a beloved piece of television history.

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