Ian Bernard(1930-2022)

Ian Bernard was most known for his work as musical director for the highly successful 1968-1973 TV comedy program, "Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In." Born Ian Jerrold Bernard on July 17, 1930, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, he worked as a musician, writer and musical director. He had small roles as a young teenager in three films; but his heart was set on music. He played piano for Rosemary Clooney and arranged and produced albums for singers, including Vic Damone and Dick Haymes. In retirement, he was a member, and served as president of the Santa Barbara Jazz Society. It stages 10 shows annually, and Bernard produced many of its shows in the early 2000s. Bernard was married to his fourth wife, Penny Bernard, since 1967.