Robert Pettit Poet Rhyme

Sid Caesar

He was born in Yonkers, just north of New York City.
This man grew up to be funny and witty.
While working in a luncheonette owned by his family,
with the art of patois, Sid displayed proficiency.

As a funny comedian, he made his presence felt.
Sid got his start in upstate New York in the Borscht Belt.
As a saxophonist, his first job was at the Vacationland.
He became an influential member of the hotel’s band.

With the late Imogene Coca, he was a television pioneer.
On Broadway and in movies, Sid would also appear.
However, alcohol and barbiturates nearly destroyed his career.
A recovery brought him back into entertainment’s sphere.

Over the years, many awards and recognitions came his way.
At the age of ninety-one, Sid Caesar passed away.

RIP Sid Caesar
(1922-2014)

I thank both wikipedia.org online encyclopedia and variety.com for information
I obtained to write this poem.

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Carrie Richards February 12, 2014 at 9:52 PM Yes.......we just heard this pioneer of the 50's television shows, is gone, but leaves behind the legacy to all those who followed in his footsteps. A wonderful tribute, Robert!

Kayod5 Kayode February 12, 2014 at 8:23 PM A great tribute in a grand style. Kudos Robert.

Joseph May February 12, 2014 at 8:05 PM Great tribute to a comedic icon...

Gene Bourne February 12, 2014 at 7:31 PM Robert, I was crawling on the floor, dragging my teddy bear along, lost in a toddler's world, but whenever "Your Show Of Shows" came on, Sid and Imogene drew me to the TV, and I could relate to them both. They produced a new style of comedy, much like the first season of SNL back in the '70's. Thanks for this well written free verse account. You encapsulate so much, with skillful brevity. All the "great ones" are dwindling away. YF Gene Bourne

Ilene Bauer February 12, 2014 at 6:53 PM a fitting tribute to an amazing performer who was very influential in his prime. well done!

The Situation February 12, 2014 at 6:34 PM This was news to me. of course i knew who he was. i feel sorry for this generation who don't know what real talent or what it takes to make it. the stuff of what sid was made of. thanks for an expresion from out part of the world, the soup.