Obituary of Red Buttons

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Red Buttons

Aaron Chwatt (born February 5, 1919 in Manhattan, New York City, New York) was a film actor and comedian who was best known for his supporting role as Joe Kelly in the 1957 drama film, “Sayonara.” Red died on July 13, 2006 and his death was because of cardiovascular disease. He was 87 years old when he died.

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Red Buttons Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Buttons, Red
    • Common Name: Red Buttons
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: February 05, 1919
    • Age: 87 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Religion: Jewish
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Purple (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

    Red's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Aaron Chwatt
    • Father: Michael Chwatt
    • Mother: Sophie Baker
    • Brother(s):
      • Joe Chwatt
    • Sister(s):
      • Ida Chwatt
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Roxanne Arlen (married 1947-divorced 1949)
      • Helayne McNorton (married 1949-divorced 1963)
      • Alicia Prats (married 1964-2001, her death)
    • Son(s):
      • Adam Buttons
    • Daughter(s):
      • Amy Buttons

Death Notice:

  • Date: July 13 2006 at age 87
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Cardiovascular disease (related complications)
  • Interment: Cremated and ashes were given to his family

Category Tags:

Film ActorComedian American Born on February 5th Born in 1919 Born in New York Died in 2006 Died at age 87 Died from Cardiovascular disease

Red's Notable Roles:

  • Sayonara

Quotable Quotes:

"Ninety isn't old. You're old when your doctor doesn't X-ray you any more - he just holds you up to the light!" (IMDB)

"We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves."

"I guess that's not the way it works in the medical clinic, so I was disappointed."

""Red Buttons was a shining star in Hollywood whose energy, talent, and humor brought joy and laughter to audiences for decades." (V)"

Is Mr. Red Buttons still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Red Buttons on Wikipedia.org
Red Buttons at IMDB

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2024-01-05 08:43:04
Author: Stan
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