Edwin Haig Alberian (January 21, 1920 – March 31, 1997) was an American stage and television actor and entertainer who began his career in off-Broadway and Broadway productions,[1][2] and moved into the nascent television industry, where his work was oriented to children's programming and clowning.
[4][5] Alberian was frequently asked to do the original live performances of animated or promotional characters.
[6][7][8] In these numerous roles he often played master of ceremonies at variety shows and fundraisers and was introduced to many prominent figures, including President Truman.
He married and lived in Weehawken, New Jersey with his wife Marie (née Hekimian) with whom he had two children.
[15] Alberian died March 31, 1997[16] and is buried at Flower Hill Cemetery, North Bergen.