Charlie Callas

Charlie Callas
Birth nameCharles Callias
Born(1927-12-20)December 20, 1927
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
DiedJanuary 27, 2011(2011-01-27) (aged 83)
Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
GenresStand-up, dark comedy
InfluencesGroucho Marx,
Charlie Chaplin
InfluencedLarry the Cable Guy
SpouseEvelyn Callas
(? – 2010; her death)
Children2

Charles Callas (December 20, 1927 – January 27, 2011) was an American actor and comedian. He worked with Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Mel Brooks, Dom DeLuise, Jerry Lewis, Milton Berle, and Don Rickles.

Early life and career

Callas was born on December 20, 1927 in Brooklyn, New York. He served in the United States Army during World War II. After the war, Callas began his career in 1950. He appeared in over 100 television programs and 50 movies.

Influences and influenced

Callas had only two influences, Groucho Marx and Charlie Chaplin. Callas influenced Larry the Cable Guy and many other comedians.

Personal life

Callas was married to Evelyn Callas until her death in 2010. Callas had two sons, Mark Callas and Larry Callas.

Death

Callas died on January 27, 2011 from natural causes in his Las Vegas, Nevada home.[1] He was 83 years old. Callas is survived by his 2 sons. His remains were cremated.

Filmography

References

  1. Hevesi, Dennis (January 28, 2011). "Charlie Callas, Zany Comedian, Dies". The New York Times.

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