Jack Albertson

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Jack Albertson (June 16, 1907 – November 25, 1981) was an American character actor dating to vaudeville.  A comedian, dancer, singer, and musician, Albertson is perhaps best known for his roles as Manny Rosen in The Poseidon Adventure (1972), Grandpa Joe in the 1971 version of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Amos Slade in the 1981 animated film "The Fox and the Hound" (1981), and as Ed Brown in the 1974-1978 television sitcom Chico and the Man. For contributions to the television industry, Jack Albertson was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6253 Hollywood Boulevard.

  • Acting
  • Born 16 June 1907
  • Died 25 November 1981 (age 74)
  • Malden, Massachusetts, USA
  • 140 credits

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Most-watched Jack Albertson films currently: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971), The Fox and the Hound (1981), The Sword in the Stone (1963), The Poseidon Adventure (1972), Miracle on 34th Street (1947).

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Selected TV credits: The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), The Mike Douglas Show (1961), Ironside (1967), Love, American Style (1969), The Andy Griffith Show (1960).

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