Telethon Claims Huge Tally, But Jerry’s Absence is Felt
LAS VEGAS — Even without Jerry Lewis, the Muscular Dystrophy Association telethon posted its best gain since the recession started, though the program’s longtime host was on the minds of… More
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Telethon Hosts Salute ‘Retired’ Jerry Lewis
LAS VEGAS — The hosts of the 46th annual Muscular Dystrophy Association telethon said Sunday that Jerry Lewis retired from the organization and its yearly fundraiser — the charity’s first… More
Lewis Comments on Telethon, But Doesn’t Explain Split
LAS VEGAS — King of Comedy Jerry Lewis said Saturday that his years of service to the Muscular Dystrophy Association helped make him a star, but he didn’t provide details… More
MDA Telethon Making Major Changes Without Lewis
By Amanda Lee Myers, Associated Press PHOENIX — Comedian Jerry Lewis’ conspicuous absence will not be the only change at the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s telethon this Labor Day weekend. The… More
