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The Life and Legacy of Lou Costello
Lou Costello, one half of the beloved comedic duo Abbott and Costello, was born on March 6, 1906, in Patterson, New Jersey. Known as Louis Francis Cristillo, Costello displayed talent and charisma from an early age, both in athletics—particularly basketball and boxing—and in performance. His career, however, was not without challenges, as it took him several years to find his footing in the entertainment industry.