Many know Bill Dana as "José Jiménez" a popular character he created on the Steve Allen Show in the 1950s and continued to perform throughout the 60s. But Dana has also been a successful writer, author, cartoonist, producer, director, recording artist, inventor and stand-up comedian.

On this website you can find the latest news, information, photos, rare, limited edition albums, videos, and other collectible items for sale and personalized by Mr. Dana himself!

Dana began his career as a page at NBC's famous Studio 6B while performing comedy in nightclubs around New York with partner Gene Wood. In the 1950s he performed on the Imogene Coca Show, The Danny Thomas Show, The Martha Raye Show and wrote for and produced the Spike Jones Show.

His career took another major turn when he began writing stand-up routines for the young comedian Don Adams including the now-famous "Would you believe?" jokes. From there, he was brought in as a writer for the legendary Steve Allen Show (ABC). He starred in and produced The Bill Dana Show on NBC (1963-65).  His comedy albums, as both Jose and Bill Dana, were top-sellers in the 1960s. Bill has appeared in numerous feature films and television shows. Most recently, he was awarded Lifetime Achievement Awards by both the Boston Comedy Festival and the Pacific Pioneer Broadcasters.

Bill Dana continues to perform today!

For booking information please contact

Lynda Miller
millermedia@comcast.net

For all other inquiries please contact:
Evelyn Dana
evy.dana@gmail.com