Obituary of Gary Coleman

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Gary Coleman

Gary Coleman (born February 8th, 1968 in Zion, Illinois) was an TV Actor who was best known for his role as Arnold Jackson in the 1980's American sitcom Diff'rent Strokes. Gary died on May 28, 2010 and his death was reportedly because of an epidural hematoma resulting from a fall in his home on May 26th 2010. He was 42 years old.

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Gary Coleman Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Coleman, Gary
    • Common Name: Gary Coleman
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Zion, Illinois, United States
    • Birth Date: February 08, 1968
    • Age: 42 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Arnold
    • Occupation: TV Actor
    • Active Years: 1974-2010
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Tyson Chicken Nuggets
    • Favorite Color: Green
    • Favorite Scent: Yves Saint Laurent
    • Favorite Actor: Kate Winslet

    Gary's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Gary Wayne Coleman
    • Father: W.G. Coleman
    • Mother: Edmonia Sue
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Shannon Price (28 August 2007-28 May 2010, his death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 28 2010 at age 42
  • Place: Provo, Utah, United States
  • Cause of Death: Accident (Fall causing an epidural hematoma)
  • Funeral Arrangements: None

Category Tags:

TV ActorAmerican Born on February 8th Born in 1968 Born in Illinois Died in 2010 Died at age 42 Died from Accident

Quotable Quotes:

"[When asked by Howard Stern if he has had oral sex] No! that's not a place for a young woman's face to be." (IMDB)

"Gary Coleman will always be remembered for his iconic role as Arnold Jackson in the hit TV show "Diff'rent Strokes" and his positive impact on the entertainment industry, even though he is no longer with us. (V)"

"Gary Coleman was a beloved child actor who rose to fame for his role in the hit TV show "Diff'rent Strokes," but faced financial struggles and legal issues in his later years before passing away at the age of 42. (V)"

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

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-28 10:34:37
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