W. C. Fields W. C. Fields William Claude Dukenfield (January 29, 1880 – December 25, 1946), better known as W. C. Fields, was an American comedian, actor, juggler and writer. Fields' comic persona was a misanthropic and hard-drinking egotist, who remained a sympathetic character despite his snarling contempt for dogs and children. His career in show business began in vaudeville, where he attained international success as a silent juggler. He gradually incorporated comedy into his act, and was a featured comedian in the Ziegfeld Follies for several years. He became a star in the Broadway musical comedy "Poppy" (1923), in which he played
Christmas Jumper Day well as making donations. Save the Children launched their Christmas Jumper Day in 2012 on Friday, 14 December. In 2017, Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day was held on Friday 15 December. Christmas Jumper Day Christmas Jumper Day is an annual fundraising campaign in the UK organised by charity Save the Children. On a specific Friday in December, people are encouraged to "make the world better with a sweater" and raise funds for Save the Children by wearing a Christmas jumper and making a minimum donation of £1. Those taking part can wear a Christmas jumper they already own, decorate