Rest in Peace
Leslie William Nielsen, OC (February 11, 1926 – November 28, 2010)[1] was a Canadian-American actor and comedian. Although his acting career crosses a variety of genres in both television and films, Nielsen achieved his greatest successes in the comedy films Airplane! and The Naked Gun. His portrayal of serious characters seemingly oblivious to (and complicit in) their absurd surroundings gave him a reputation as a comedian.[2]
Nielsen’s lead roles in the films Forbidden Planet and The Poseidon Adventure came long before he considered a turn to comedy. His deadpan delivery as a doctor in 1980’s Airplane! marked a turning point in Nielsen’s career, one that would make him, in the words of film critic Roger Ebert, “the Olivier of spoofs.”[3] Nielsen appeared in over 100 films and 1,500 television programs over the span of his career, portraying over 220 characters.[4
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Thanks for passing this on. I always enjoyed his work.
Mari,I did as well.
May he rest in peace.
I loved him in Airplane. That was the goofiest movie ever. I loved it.Have a terrific day Mike. Big hug. 🙂
Sandee,I really enjoyed that one as well.if was pretty goofy.Robert Stack taking off numerous sunglasses jut to reviel an other one was funny as well.Than there was lloyd Bridges saying I picked the wrong week to quite smoking,ect.
He will be missed. Blessings.
God Whispers,Yes he will.
He was a terrific actor. Thanks for posting this nice piece about him. He was one of those funny guys you never tired of. Anne
Annesphamily,yes he was a great person to watch.