Dominick "Dom" DeLuise (August 1, 1933 – May 4, 2009) was an American actor and comedian. Known primarily for comedy roles, he rose to fame in the 1970s as a frequent guest on television variety shows. He is widely recognized for his performances in the films of Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder, as well a ... s a series of collaborations and a double act with Burt Reynolds. Beginning in the 1980s, his popularity expanded to younger audiences from voicing characters in several major animated productions, particularly those of Don Bluth. DeLuise was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Italian American parents. He attended the High School of Performing Arts in New York City and later studied biology at Tufts University. After graduating from college, he began his career as a stand-up comedian. He made his television debut in 1964 on the variety show The Dean Martin Show. In 1970, DeLuise made his film debut in the Mel Brooks comedy The Twelve Chairs. He went on to appear in several other Brooks films, including Blazing Saddles, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, and History of the World, Part I. He also starred in a number of films with Gene Wilder, including The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother, The World's Greatest Lover, and See No Evil, Hear No Evil. DeLuise was a frequent collaborator with Burt Reynolds, and the two starred in a number of films together, including The End, Smokey and the Bandit II, and Cannonball Run II. He also had a recurring role on the television series Evening Shade. In addition to his film and television work, DeLuise was also a successful voice actor. He voiced characters in a number of animated films, including All Dogs Go to Heaven, The Secret of NIMH, and An American Tail. He also hosted the children's cooking show Cooking with Dom DeLuise. DeLuise was a popular and beloved figure in Hollywood. He was known for his infectious laugh and his larger-than-life personality. He was also a talented actor and comedian, and he enjoyed a long and successful career. Dom DeLuise died on May 4, 2009, at the age of 75. He had been battling pancreatic cancer for several months. He died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Beverly Hills, California. DeLuise's family released a statement saying that he had died "peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer." They said that he was "surrounded by his loving family and friends." DeLuise's death was met with sadness and tributes from fans and colleagues alike. Mel Brooks, who directed DeLuise in several films, said that he was "a great talent and a great friend." Gene Wilder said that DeLuise was "one of the funniest people I've ever known." DeLuise's funeral was held on May 8, 2009, at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills. He was buried at the Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery in Los Angeles.
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All Dogs Go To Heaven: The Series
as Itchy Itchiford (voice)
Episodes: 41
First Aired: Sep 21, 1996
Burke's Law
as Vinnie Piatte
Episodes: 26
First Aired: Jan 07, 1994
Lotsa Luck
as Stanley Belmont
Episodes: 23
First Aired: Sep 10, 1973
Wake, Rattle, and Roll
as Lippy the Lion & Hardy Har Har
Episodes: 20
First Aired: Sep 17, 1990
The Charlie Horse Music Pizza
as Cookie the Cook
Episodes: 20
First Aired: Jan 05, 1998
Fievel's American Tails
as Tiger (voice)
Episodes: 13
First Aired: Sep 12, 1992
The Roman Holidays
as Mr. Evictus (voice)
Episodes: 13
First Aired: Sep 09, 1972
Dexter's Laboratory
as Koosalagoopagoop (voice)
Episodes: 4
First Aired: Apr 28, 1996
Stargate SG-1
as Urgo/Togar
Episodes: 2
First Aired: Jul 27, 1997
Amazing Stories
as Guilt
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 29, 1985
seaQuest DSV
as Nick Piccolo
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 12, 1993
The Wild Thornberrys
as Baby Condor (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 01, 1998
Diagnosis: Murder
as Buddy Blake
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Oct 29, 1993
Police Academy: The Series
as Zeus
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 22, 1997
Sabrina, the Teenage Witch
as Mortimer
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 27, 1996
Duck Dodgers
as Roy Serpenti (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Aug 23, 2003
Married... with Children
as Floyd the Dog (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Apr 05, 1987
The Ren & Stimpy Show
as The Big Kahuna (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Aug 11, 1991
I Am Weasel
as Mayor / Frenchman #3 / Neighbor #2 (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Jul 22, 1997
I Am Weasel
as Jean-Paul Beaver / Governor #2 / Owl #2 (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Jul 22, 1997
Father of the Pride
as Duke (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Aug 31, 2004
Rugrats
as Director (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Aug 11, 1991
Hercules
as Bacchus (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Aug 31, 1998
The Magic School Bus
as Baker
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 10, 1994
Spaceballs: The Animated Series
as Pizza the Hutt (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Nov 21, 2008
21 Jump Street
as Uncle Nick
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Apr 12, 1987
3rd Rock from the Sun
as Mr. Polone
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Jan 09, 1996
Robot Chicken
as Victor Prinzim / Don DeLuise (voice)
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Feb 20, 2005
Best of The Dean Martin Variety Show
Episodes: 17
First Aired: Feb 10, 1966
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self
Episodes: 12
First Aired: Oct 01, 1962
Living in TV Land
Episodes: 7
First Aired: Aug 18, 2004
Hollywood Squares
as Self - Panelist
Episodes: 5
First Aired: Sep 14, 1998
The Merv Griffin Show
as Self
Episodes: 4
First Aired: Oct 01, 1962
The Flip Wilson Show
as Self
Episodes: 4
First Aired: Sep 17, 1970
The Mike Douglas Show
as Self - Co-Host
Episodes: 4
First Aired: Dec 11, 1961
The Mike Douglas Show
as Self
Episodes: 4
First Aired: Dec 11, 1961
The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour
as Self
Episodes: 3
First Aired: Jan 22, 1969
Tony Orlando and Dawn
as Self
Episodes: 3
First Aired: Dec 04, 1974
Cow and Chicken
Episodes: 2
First Aired: Sep 16, 1997
The Dean Martin Show
Episodes: 2
First Aired: Sep 16, 1965
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self - Guest Host
Episodes: 2
First Aired: Oct 01, 1962
The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts
as Self
Episodes: 2
First Aired: Sep 14, 1973
Duckman
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Mar 05, 1994
Robot Chicken
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Feb 20, 2005
The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 13, 1966
Beverly Hills, 90210
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Oct 04, 1990
The Munsters
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 24, 1964
Cybill
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Jan 02, 1995
Medical Center
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 24, 1969
Pet Star
as Self - Judge
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Aug 09, 2002
The Muppet Show
as Self - Special Guest Star
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 05, 1976
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
as Self
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 09, 1967
The Ghost & Mrs. Muir
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 21, 1968
The Jacksons
as Self
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Jun 16, 1976
B.L. Stryker
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Feb 13, 1989
Emeril
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 25, 2001
This Is Your Life
as Self
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 24, 1983
The All-New Candid Camera
as Self - Host
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Nov 12, 1991
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 05, 1988
The Rosie O'Donnell Show
as Self - Guest
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Jun 10, 1996
Dinah!
as Self
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Oct 21, 1974
The Carol Burnett Show
as Self - Guest / Various Characters
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 11, 1967
Legends
as Self
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Nov 17, 2006
The Naked Truth
Episodes: 1
First Aired: Sep 13, 1995
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