"I'd rather be a failure in something that I love than a success in something that I hate." ― George Burns From George Burns Comedian Added on 1/31/2026 About George Burns George Burns was an American comedian and actor whose career spanned vaudeville, radio, film, and television. He was widely known for the comedy duo Burns and Allen with Gracie Allen. In later life he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Born: 1896-01-20 Died: 1996-03-09 View all quotes from George Burns