Larry Storch, the famous comedian-turned-actor, died on July 8 at the age of 99. Storch was known for his role as Eddie Spencer on the CBS series Ghostbusters. He was also known for his roles in the cult TV series F Troop. The actor’s official Facebook page announced his death and revealed that he died in his sleep.
According to a Facebook post:
“It is with heavy hearts that we inform you that our dear Larry passed away in his sleep last night. Right now we are stunned and speechless…”
According to CBS News, Storch’s manager Matt Beckoff said the actor died of natural causes. His death came just five months before what would have been his 100th birthday. From 1961 until her death in 2003, the actress was married to Norma Catherine Greve.
The couple leaves behind three children and countless grandchildren
Larry Storch’s history is explored, including his memorable performances in F Troop and The Ghostbusters. Storch was known for his appearances in Ghostbusters and F Squad. He played many roles in the television series F Troop, including Corporal Randolph Agarno, Dmitri Agarnoff and Lucky Pierre Agarnier. During the two-year run of the series from 1965 to 1967, he appeared in about 65 episodes. Despite its short existence, F Troop was a favorite at the time.
Storch played Eddie Spencer in the CBS children’s animated TV series The Ghost Busters in 1975. This series is not to be confused with the 1980 Columbia Pictures film franchise The Ghostbusters, directed by Ivan Reitman, which has a similar concept. In addition to his usual role as Spencer, Storch appeared as Big Al in one episode of Ghostbusters. The actor appeared in about 15 episodes of the series.
Netizens react to Larry Storch’s death.
After his death, fans of the legendary actor flocked to social media to express their condolences. Many fans have also congratulated him for his many comedic roles in his career.
RIP Larry Storch, who is believed to have invented Cary Grant’s “Judy Judy Judy” impression as a post-war comic in LA. (excerpt from Cary Grant interview:) pic.twitter.com/T4ovJ3ynTh
— James Urbaniak (@JamesUrbaniak) July 8, 2022
Larry Storch has had a long, long career… but his turn as “The Groovy Guru” on “Get Smart!” remains one of the greatest guest stars of all time. Because of his death, that song will be stuck in my head all day today.
— Alan Spencer (@MrAlanSpencer) July 8, 2022
Larry Storch’s career as a comedian and actor
Larry Storch reportedly served in the US Navy after growing up during the Great Depression. Storch worked as a stand-up comedian before joining the Navy. His venture into the comedy scene continued after he left the Navy. According to Gary Brumburgh’s recollection of his acting career, a chance encounter with comedian Phil Harris landed him a job working for I Love Lucy actress Lucille Ball’s husband, Desi Arnaz, performing at Ciro’s Le Disc nightclub in West Hollywood.
After a brief stint as a radio impressionist, Storch ventured into TV programming in the late 1940s. In 1953, the comedian had his own short-lived comedy variety program, The Larry Storch Show. After that, he made a number of one-off appearances in short TV shows, episodes of TV series and as a comedian on talk shows.
Storch’s career took off in the 1960s when he was cast in the animated TV series Tennessee Tuxedo and His Tales. He played characters such as Phineas J. Whoopee, Rocky Maninoff and Red Beard on the program. From 1963 to 1966, the children’s cartoon series ran for three years and featured over 70 episodes featuring Storch.
Storch also appeared in F Troop in 1965, which proved to be a career-defining role for the actor. His performance in the series earned him an Emmy nomination for “Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Comedy Series” two years later. Storch’s career spans six decades, with most of his most recent assignments occurring in 2005. His last on-screen appearance was in a 2010 episode of the TV series Medium Rare. Larry Storch made an impact in about 249 productions during his career.
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