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In addition to working as a salesman, he was a truck driver until deciding to try his hand in show business again during the 60’s. Then, he became Rodney Dangerfield. The name came from a Jack Benny radio show, which had a cowboy character with the name. In addition, Ricky Nelson used ‘Rodney Dangerfield’ on The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. A nightclub owner suggested the name to Dangerfield, who was then Jack Roy.
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Supporting The Family
Growing up, life was not easy for Rodney Dangerfield. His father was rarely home and then ended up leaving his mother. Thus, Rodney Dangerfield took on all kinds of jobs to be able to support the family. He did everything from selling newspapers and ice cream on the beach to delivering groceries.
Supporting The Family
