its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. Please improve this article by introducing more precise citations where appropriate. (January 2011) Phil Silvers Born Philip Silver May 11, 1911(1911-05-11) Brooklyn, New York, United States Died November 1, 1985(1985-11-01) (aged 74) Century City, California United States Occupation Actor Years active 1937–1983 Spouse Jo-Carroll Dennison (1945–1950) (divorced) Evelyn Patrick (1956–1966) (divorced) 5 children Phil Silvers (May 11, 1911 – November 1, 1985) was an American entertainer and comedy actor, known as "The King of Chutzpah." He is best known for starring in The Phil Silvers Show, a 1950s sitcom set on a U.S. Army post in which he played Sergeant Bilko..