Obituary of Del Close

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Del Close

Del Close (born March 9, 1934 in Manhattan, Kansas) was a film actor, writer, and academic who was best known for coaching many popular comedians and comic actors of the late twentieth century. He was also the co-founder of the "Oi" improv theatre training centre. Del died on March 4, 1999 and his death was because of emphysema. He died too soon at the age of 64 just 5 days before his 64th birthday.

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Del Close Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Close, Del
    • Common Name: Del Close
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Manhattan, Kansas, United States
    • Birth Date: April 09, 1934
    • Age: 64 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1960-1999
    • Religion: Paganism
    • Net Worth: $3 to $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Black (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

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    • Birth Name: Del Close
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Death Notice:

  • Date: March 04 1999 at age 64
  • Place: Chicago, Illinois, United States
  • Cause of Death: Emphysema
  • Interment: Interred at Goodman Theatre in Chicago, Illinois

Category Tags:

Film ActorWriter Academic American Born on April 9th Born in 1934 Born in Kansas Died in 1999 Died at age 64 Died from Emphysema

Quotable Quotes:

"Del Close was a comedic genius and mentor who left a lasting impact on the world of improv and comedy with his groundbreaking techniques and teachings. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2024-02-20 08:43:03
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