Photos: Comic Jerry Lewis and his ties to Tucson
Over the years, comedian and actor Jerry Lewis came to Tucson mostly as an activist for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, which had its national headquarters here. Lewis died Sunday of natural causes in Las Vegas with his family by his side.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis takes a break from conducting the Tucson Symphony, as part of the MDA Labor Day Telethon, at the Saguaro National Park West on August 20, 1991 outside Tucson. At the time Robert Berhhardt was the conductor of the group.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis conducts the Tucson Symphony, as part of the MDA Labor Day Telethon, at the Saguaro National Park West on August 20, 1991 outside Tucson. At the time Robert Berhhardt was the conductor of the group. Some 57 musicians dodged a variety of cacti and snakes to perform Leonard Bernstein's Candide overture for an audience of one, Jolene Detiege. The performance was part of a three pre-recorded segments scheduled for the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon to benefit the MDA.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis takes a break as he conducts the Tucson Symphony, as part of the MDA Labor Day Telethon, at the Saguaro National Park West on August 20, 1991 outside Tucson. At the time Robert Berhhardt was the conductor of the group.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis chats with Robert Bernhardt, the real conductor of the Tucson Symphony, as part of the MDA Labor Day Telethon, at the Saguaro National Park West on August 20, 1991 outside Tucson. At the time Robert Berhhardt was the conductor of the group. Some 57 musicians dodged a variety of cacti and snakes to perform Leonard Bernstein's Candide overture for an audience of one, Jolene Detiege. The performance was part of a three pre-recorded segments scheduled for the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon to benefit the MDA.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
In a much more relaxed mood, Comedian Jerry Lewis is interviewed by a local crew after conducting the Tucson Symphony at the Saguaro National Park West on August 20, 1991 outside Tucson. Some 57 musicians dodged a variety of cacti and snakes to perform Leonard Bernstein's Candide overture for an audience of one, Jolene Detiege. The performance was part of a three pre-recorded segments scheduled for the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon to benefit the MDA.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis gets into a rhythm as he conducts the Tucson Symphony at the University of Arizona Centennial Hall on February 24, 1993. Lewis was rehearsing for a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis chats with members of the Tucson Symphony during rehearsal at the University of Arizona Centennial Hall on February 24, 1993. Lewis was rehearsing for a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Flashing his signature smile comedian Jerry Lewis gets a laugh cracking up in front of members of the Tucson Symphony at the University of Arizona Centennial Hall on February 24, 1993. Lewis was rehearsing for a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian and Muscular Dystrophy Association National Chairman Jerry Lewis delights the crowd during a ceremony on February 25, 2007. Lewis has hosted the famous annual telethons that have raised funds for fighting neuromuscular diseases and providing support for those who suffer from them for decades.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis makes a point during an interview in his Tucson hotel room Monday, December 6, 2004. Lewis, who uses one of the company's neurostimulators, tours for Medtronic touting the device, and helping raise awareness to medical professionals about the effects of chronic pain and treatment options.
Jerry Lewis in Tucson
Comedian Jerry Lewis reads a letter from Medtronic in his Tucson hotel room on December 6, 2004. He says the company's neurostimulator rid him of chronic pain.
There's a wide variety of groups and causes on display today.
HSL Properties pitched the plan to renovate the former Hotel Arizona at the TCC and reopen it by 2019 as a 300-room hotel operated by Hilton.
DANCE SOCIAL
Admission is free unless otherwise noted.
The state enacted the ban with discriminatory intent, U.S. District Judge A. Wallace Tashima found.
NIGHTLIFE
Twin Peaks Pizza to open in former Hungry Howie's location in Continental Ranch.
A look at how Rich Rodriguez's job security is impacting recruiting.
I haven’t seen any demographic numbers on this issue, but if the questions I’m getting from golden years parents are any indication, then I th…
Advice for the real world.
Blowing dust along I-10 in northern Pima and Pinal counties.
Trump said he loves Arizona, but isn't a fan of its Republican senators.
Selections range from old to new and cover a multitude of cuisines.
We've collected a few front pages from newspapers.com to give you a look at some Aug. 23 papers in history. With a subscription to newspapers.…
"I'm glad to see all these people standing together against racism," she said. "I feel like I'm part of something big."
In 1960, the Tucson Citizen featured photos of the home of Ralph de Rose. The home reflected the influence of the two years the family lived i…
Tucson-based Raytheon Missile Systems will compete with Lockheed Martin to win the production program.
Highlights from the UA's media availability after Wednesday morning's practice.
Defensive end getting bigger, acclimating to college after making national headlines in February.
An appellate court ruling denying in-state tuition to "dreamers'' is based on a flawed reading of the law, the attorney for Maricopa colleges contends.
Interviews will be conducted on the spot at the hiring fair.
The girl was in stable condition and taken to Banner-University Medical Center.
The talented senior could be on the brink of blossoming now that ‘understands what it takes’ to be a Division-I college football player.
Two contested races Tuesday in 3 wards; unopposed candidates advance to general.
Mike Van Ryn and Steve Sullivan say they'll work closely with the parent Arizona Coyotes.
Yim is a 2008 Stanford grad and a former Cardinal assistant.
Raytheon will compete with Lockheed Martin to produce the Long Range Standoff weapon.
Coach reflected on last week's incident during an interview Wednesday.
$80 billion worth of copper could be mined from the Ironwood area, says Liberty Star, a claim that's triggered skepticism from environmentalists.