Obituary of George Carlin

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George Carlin

George Carlin (born May 12th, 1937 in New York City, New York) was a Comedian who was best known for humourously highlighting the flaws in modern-day America and satirizing the excesses of American culture. George died on June 22nd, 2008. He was age 71 and his death was due to heart failure.

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George Carlin Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Carlin, George
    • Common Name: George Carlin
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: May 12, 1937
    • Age: 71 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Georgie Porgie, Curious George, Carlin, George
    • Occupation: Comedian
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Fritos Chips
    • Favorite Color: Baby Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Acqua Di Gio
    • Favorite Actor: Anthony Hopkins

    George's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: George Denis Patrick Carlin
    • Father: Patrick Carlin
    • Mother: Mary Carlin (née Bearey)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Sally Wade (married 24 June 1998-22 June 2008, his death)
      • Brenda Carlin (née Hosbrook) (married 3 June 1961-11 May 1997, her death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Kelly Carlin (born June 15, 1963)

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 21 2008 at age 71
  • Place: Santa Monica, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart failure

Category Tags:

ComedianAmerican Born on May 12th Born in 1937 Born in New York Died in 2008 Died at age 71 Died from Heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans."

"Every day's a negotiation and sometimes it's done with guns."

"Most people are not particularly good at anything. [from the book "Brain Droppings"]" (IMDB)

"George Carlin was a comedian and performance artist who died at the age of 70 after a long and successful career. (V)"

"Mister Carlin lived a life focused on humor and thought-provoking insights that continue to entertain and inspire audiences even after his passing. (V)"

"George Carlin was an American comedian and actor known for his provocative and unconventional style of humor, who sadly passed away after a long battle with heart failure. (V)"

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