In memory of: Edward M Favor 1856-1936
Early Life & Background: Born Edward Addison Favor in New York City on August 29, 1856, he was the son of Franklin Cushman Favor and Lydia (née Lowe).Vaudeville Career: He began his career as a light comedian in vaudeville around 1876, appearing in New York theaters.Partnership & Marriage: Around 1877, he married Edith Sinclair, a former child actress. They formed a successful duo called "Favor and Sinclair," working together in musical comedies and vaudeville.Irish-American Persona: Despite having no Irish ancestry, Favor gained popularity for his performances of Irish-American characters.Recordings: He was a pioneer recording artist, making records for major companies like Edison and Columbia in the 1890s and early 1900s, including songs like "Daisy Bell (Bicycle Built for Two)".Later Career: He continued to appear in theater and musical productions into the 1920s and early 1930s, featuring in shows like John Ferguson and Merton of the Movies.Final Years: Favor died in Brooklyn, New York, on January 10, 1936, at the age of 79
