Best-known as an actor, Danny Thomas was so much more than just that and the nightclub comedian he played as Danny Williams on the TV sitcom Make Room for Daddy. Later the show also became known as The Danny Thomas Show. It was on first-run broadcast syndication for 13 years. In the June 20, 2004 issue of TV Guide, he was ranked #5 in their list of the “50 Greatest TV Dads of All Time.”

This is the main gate of the mansion with large wrought-iron gates supported by tall stone columns with decorative outdoor lighting on top. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

Upon entry of the house, you are welcomed by this foyer that has a large crystal chandelier hanging over a round dark wooden table on a patterned marble floor. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

The living room is complemented by the colorful patterns of the carpeted flooring and the walls filled with arches and murals. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is the other look at the living room showcasing the plush green and yellow cushions of the built-in L-shaped bench lining the walls paired with round wooden coffee tables. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This family room has an intimate vibe to its two pastel-toned sofas flanking a glass-top coffee table across from the warm fireplace. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

The formal dining area has a large chandelier hanging from a dome ceiling over a large round table. These are then complemented by the surrounding open arches. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is a spacious bathroom with patterns on its flooring tiles. This is flanked by the two vanities built into the two walls leading to the shower area at the far end with pillars. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is a look at the terrace area just outside the arches of the house. You can see here the checkered pattern of the flooring tiles that pair well with the arches of the house exterior. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is a look at the city views afforded by the terrace fitted with an outdoor dining area. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is a nighttime view of the outdoor dining area on the terrace. Here, you can see more of the checkered flooring tiles and the outdoor lighting that gives the area a warm glow. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is a closer look at the railings overlooking the sweeping city views. Here you can see the details of the wrought-iron railings supported by waist-high concrete posts. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is a look at the house from the vantage of the pool. You can see here that the pool has concrete steps that lead from the terrace just outside the arches of the house. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is an aerial view of the mansion showcasing its bright exteriors filled with open arches that stand out against the surrounding landscape filled with trees and shrubs. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

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His career began in 1932 when Detroit heard him perform on WMBC radio, a show called The Happy Hour Club. Later he performed on The Big Show alongside the legendary Tallulah Bankhead. Of course, there was his own radio show, The Danny Thomas Show, which ran on ABC from ’42-‘43, then, on CBS from ’47-’48.

Thomas also did some film works, like the 1951 film biography I’ll See You in My Dreams co-starring with Doris Day, and the 1952 remake of The Jazz Singer co-starring with a vocalist, Peggy Lee.

Thomas eventually became a successful producer, as well, co-producing TV shows like The Mod Squad and The Andy Griffith Show with Aaron Spelling and Sheldon Leonard. He also produced The Real McCoys for Walter Brennan. In 1990, Danny Thomas was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame.

In 1962, in Memphis, Tennessee, St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital was built by Thomas to honor St Jude Thaddeus, the saint of hopeless causes. That hospital has now treated children from across the US and around the globe.

Danny Thomas is but a sweet memory. However, the Thomas mansion is up for sale for $135MM.

Erected by Thomas in 1970, the splendid 11,880-square-foot home sits on a promontory with a grand view of LA, the mountains, and the ocean. The panorama is breathtaking. This exquisite residence can be found on North Hillcrest Road in Beverly Hills, California, in Trousdale Estates, an exclusive community.

The majestic mansion has 7 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. That grand view wraps around the formal dining room, which shines on its own merit with gold detailing, hand-painted ceiling, and Baccarat crystal chandeliers. There are trompe l’oeil archways and splendid crown moldings in the large living room where you walk on hand-woven carpets.

Any of your elegant, formal functions can be held in the palatial ballroom. There is also a media room where you can enjoy an extra-large top-quality home theater with surround sound that rocks the room. Best of all, there are Miele and Viking appliances in the chef’s kitchen.

Outside, the 2.5 acres of the estate offers another 6,120 square feet of living space outside the home in the form of a large swimming pool with a waterfall spa, patio, dining and viewing pavilions, staff quarters, and a 20-car motor court.

Every detail of the Moorish-designed home is included in the sale. You must see the home to understand how unbelievably grand it is. It is a masterpiece.

Thomas was healthy and active until death.

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