He starred in a string of successful 1940s and 1950s musical comedy features, made numerous personal appearances at venues such as the London Palladium, and his rare selective visits to the small screen were considered major events.

With the start of the 1963–64 television season at hand, James T. Aubrey, then president and board head of the CBS network, firmly believed he had scored a major coup by signing Judy Garland and Danny Kaye to headline their own variety shows.

Consultant Larry Gelbart worked with producer Perry Lafferty, a veteran of several recent Arthur Godfrey specials, in formulating the basic framework for the show months before it began production.

[3] Tony Charmoli, formerly of The Dinah Shore Chevy Show, who would later go on to direct many television specials himself, including Mikhail Baryshnikov's staging of The Nutcracker (1977), was the choreographer for the musical numbers.

"[5] The citation added, "Through the inimitable style, wit, and charm of a master comedian in multiple roles, American televiewers have been treated to a season of delightful entertainment.

Danny Kaye remained a constant in the eyes of the public for the next two decades through his concert appearances, television work in both comical and highly praised dramatic roles, and as a tireless fundraiser for charities including UNICEF in which he spearheaded as an ambassador-at-large until his death in March 1987.

Included are a 1963 hour with Nat King Cole and Mary Tyler Moore, a 1966 color show with Peggy Lee and Wayne Newton, and bonus material furnished by his daughter, Dena Kaye.

Guests on these programs include Jack Benny, Gene Kelly, Art Carney, Harry Belafonte, Liza Minnelli, and Ella Fitzgerald.

Guests in this second volume include Lucille Ball, Tony Bennett, Shirley Jones, Louis Armstrong, George Burns, and Liberace.