David Burns

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Characters played by David Burns

Lazar Berrison, Sr. — Deep in My Heart (1954)

A music agent who visits the Café Vienna and hears Anna Mueller sing one of Sigmund Romberg's songs. He dismisses Romberg's work as old-fashioned, prompting the composer to respond by writing the upbeat ragtime number "Leg of Mutton," which becomes a hit and attracts Broadway attention.

Tim — It's Always Fair Weather (1955)

The bartender at Tim's Bar & Grill, the group's favorite pre-war meeting spot. Skeptical of veterans' promises of lifelong friendship, he makes a wager with Ted, Doug, and Angie that they will forget each other. He hosts their initial farewell and final reunion, accepting the torn dollar bill as payment for their last drinks.

Dugan — The Saint in London (1939)

Reformed pickpocket hired by Templar as an assistant.

Marty Brown — Knock on Wood (1954)

Jerry's manager who threatens to quit unless Jerry agrees to see a psychiatrist to address his recurring relationship failures.

Career Overview

David Burns has 33 screen credits in a career dating back to 1918. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently The Saint with 1 titles. Signature works include Eggs, Who Is Harry Kellerman and Why Is He Saying Those Terrible Things About Me?, Mirror, Mirror Off the Wall. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
33
Birth Date
1901-06-22
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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