Question: Why Was Gracie Allen Investigated by the FBI?
Answer: Gracie Allen, her husband, George Burns, Mary Livingston (wife of Jack Benny) and
Jack Benny were investigated in 1939 for bringing jewelry and clothing into the country from Europe and not paying the duty tax on it. The investigation by the New York City authorities resulted in Jack Benny and George Burns paying fines. It is alleged that the real smugglers were Gracie Allen and Mary Livingston.
Source: The FBI
