George passed away on November 24, 1980, from emphysema in a Los Angeles hospital. This image is from his last interview. He spent 62 years entertaining audiences, a very long career in any field. Stylish and charismatic to the end, he never lost his wit or charm. The full interview with Mike Douglas from February, 1980, can be seen on YouTube at https://youtu.be/Q5QJSfZs5XY.
