Chester Lauck

Radio comedian and actor best known as Lum Edwards on Lum and Abner, one of American radio's longest-running comedy programs.

Chester Lauck was one half of the legendary Lum and Abner comedy duo, playing the character of Lum Edwards. Born in Alleene, Arkansas, Lauck grew up in Mena alongside his future partner Norris Goff. Together they created one of radio's longest-running comedies, voicing over 40 distinct characters between them.

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