Danny Gans, a Las Vegas singer and comedian best known for his impersonation of George Burns, died today at 52, according to CNN. The cause of death has not yet been revealed. Gans’ wildly successful Vegas run began in 1996, when he landed a three-month gig at the Stratosphere Hotel. In the intervening years, the Broadway vet had shows at the Mirage Hotel and the Encore Theater at Steve Wynn’s Wynn Las Vegas Hotel. He is said to have sold more tickets on the Strip than the Rat Pack or Elvis Presley, and was voted Las Vegas "Entertainer of the Year" for 11 consecutive years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
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My family and I just saw DANNY GANS in March What a show. I am sure GOD has room for him GOD BLESS you DANNY GANS and to your family.
just booked tickets yesterday for his show at the Wynns. WOW.
Danny Gans was a talent we will never see again. He was a role model for love of God, family and humility. He was a sprititual inspiration. We never missed a chance to see him entertain in Vegas. He was a wonderful man and will sorely be missed. We loved him.
Wow, I saw him like 3 years ago at The Mirage. Admittedly, his impressions were geared more towards the older crowd than my generation, but he was very good. I didn’t know he had any health problems, assuming it was from natural causes. This is quite a shame.
We were lucky enough to see Danny Gans on Saturday, April 25th when we were in Vegas this past weekend to celebrate my 55th birthday. My husband and I had never been so greatly entertained and were thoroughly impressed with Danny’s talent, his professionalism, his creativity and just HIM. We loved him and were so happy to have finally been able to see him as we had tried on two other occasions but were in Vegas for his blackout dates.
We are devastated to hear of his death and cannot believe that he has left our world. He had so many people left to entertain. He was a champion of the stage – versatility galore. We will forever be changed by seeing him in person and will never forget him.
I also just booked tickets, couldn’t wait to watch my friend’s face as she watched him. What a loss. God Bless him and the family he loved so much.
Nobody sold more tickets than Elvis in Vegas on a comparative time span. His presence there affected the whole of Vegas and room occupancy was usually up around 80%.
My husband and I went to see Danny’s show for the first time on March 20. We enjoyed every part of his show. Our prayers go out to his family…
I am so saddened. I can not believe this. He was so incredibly talented. I recommended him to all to went to Vegas. He will be SO missed. The world has truly lost one of the great talents of all time.
what a loss. His family is in my thoughts and prayers. His show was awesome. we just used my Danny Gans coffee mug this morning.
We saw Danny Gans years ago at a convention and loved him, and we were supposed to see him again Tuesday. We will miss you dearly.
This really bums me out. My wife and I went to his last show – Wednesday night – and really enjoyed it. The world has lost a truly outstanding entertainer and one who seemed to be genuinely interested in and appreciative of his audience. Blessings and comfort to his family.
Our deepest sympathy to the Gan’s Family. He will truly be missed in Las Vegas.
Sorry to hear the news….saw show at mirage almost 8 years ago to the day….
to be honest was expecting more…a little overrated
I just arrive in Las Vegas today and heard the news and to say the least this town is in shock!!!
Danny Gans was the BEST entertainer in
VEGAS —- he will be truely missed.
i saw Danny in vegas, he was simply the most creative man I had ever witnessed, he will be always remembered,god bless his beloved family. He could have schooled Rich Little.
Sorry to hear about Danny Gans. I think the comment from Scott was a little bit selfish to mention upon hearing about his death. Not too tactful.
When I heard of the passing of Danny Gans it brought tears to my eyes he gave me great memories of my trip
to Las Vegas with my Best friend
Elaine G whom had pass away a year
ago due to cancer. Which left a hole in my heart forever. To the family
of Danny Gans I hope time will
heal your pain. He was the BEST.
The world has lost it’s brightest star.
I’m stunned. I don’t even know what to say, except that he was so talented. My condolences to his family & friends. It really is a great loss.
When I heard of the passing of Danny Gans it brought tears to my eyes he gave me wonderful memories of my trip to Vegas with my best friend Elaine G whom had passed away a year ago due to cancer. Which left a hole in my heart forever. To the family of Danny Gans I hope time will heal your pain. He was the BEST and he will be truly missed.
My whole family and I are surprised by his sudden passing. We are so sad about his untimely death and would like to send condolences and prayers to his whole family.
I was in Vegas just last month, and a woman told me that if I could only see one show, I had to see Danny Gans. I didn’t get to see him. Deepest sympathy to the Las Vegas community.
My condolences to his family…wow..very sad news indeed.I saw Danny Gans in Vegas a few years go while on a company conference and was blown away by his talent..so much so that he was the one show I always recommended my friends and colleagues see when in Vegas.
R.I.P. Danny your talent will be sorely missed by your fans, as I am sure your presence will be immensely missed by your family.
My deepest sympathy goes out to Danny’s’ family. I used to work with Danny at the Rio. He was not only an incredibly talented entertainer, but also a super guy, very kind and thoughtful. He will be sorely missed!
Danny Gans starred in one of the WORST shows in Las Vegas- Trust me, those of you who never went missed nothing. Wynn, however must be hurting from this one… They just picked him up from MGM Mirage.
I am so saddened by the loss of “A Legend of his own time”. I saw Danny five times at the Mirage. He was the most talented, fabulous, phenomenal, amazing Entertainer of all time. I loved him. I am just shocked and devastated and have been crying all day. My heart goes out to Julie and their three children. My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire community of Las Vegas. They have lost an incredible, talented Man. He will never be forgotten.
P.S. That comment from Scott is completely uncalled for and it’s classless.
three days after 9/11 I arrived in Las Vegas and saw Danny with three of my friends who had not seen his show before,fortunately this was the third time I saw Danny
We all thought and spoke about the same thing, simply great he will be be missed and prayers to his family which he always spoke about
Kevin – you don’t know what you are talking about. Gans was fantastic. I went to his shoe every time I was in Vegas, which was twice a year.
First met Danny in 1994 when we hired him for a company conference in Hawaii and before he landed in Vegas. He was “Fabulous” and the highlight of the trip for all of our attendees. He will be missed and we are blessed to have experience his talent!