American actor and comedian
Born: September 18, 1933
Died: May 15, 2020
Fred Willard (1933–2020) was an American actor and comedian, renowned for his improvisational skills and deadpan humor. Born in Shaker Heights, Ohio, Willard began his career in sketch comedy and improvisation, performing with The Second City and founding the comedy group Ace Trucking Company.
Willard became widely recognized for his roles in mockumentary films directed by Christopher Guest, such as This Is Spinal Tap (1984), Waiting for Guffman (1996), Best in Show (2000), and A Mighty Wind (2003). His performances in these films, often improvised, showcased his knack for portraying eccentric, yet endearing, characters. He was also a frequent guest star on television, earning multiple Emmy nominations for his role as Hank MacDougall on Everybody Loves Raymond and for appearances on shows like Modern Family.
Known for his quick wit and unique comedic timing, Willard enjoyed a career that spanned over five decades, endearing him to generations of audiences. He continued working into his later years, earning admiration for his ability to bring warmth and humor to a wide variety of roles. Fred Willard passed away on May 15, 2020, leaving behind a lasting legacy in comedy.
Fred Willard’s 5 most popular quotes
- I just admire everybody and sit in awe and watch them.
- Suddenly you’re like a pirate, you’re 65 years old and you’ve got an earring.
- I like to know who I’m going to be working with, so that I can think about them.
- It’s such a pleasure to work in these movies, it’s almost like it’s not really happening.
- It’s more fun in a way to do ensemble scenes, where you know your background, you know the scene, but you can’t prepare because someone else is going to say something that is going to lead you off.
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