Obituary of Jackie Gleason

Jackie Gleason

Jackie Gleason (born February 26th, 1916 in Bushwick, New York) was a TV Actor who was best known for his role as the abusive husband, Ralph Kramden in the American TV series "The Honeymooners". Jackie died on June 24th, 1987 and his death was due to colon cancer that had metastasized to his liver. He was 71 years old.

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Jackie Gleason Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Gleason, Jackie
Common Name: Jackie Gleason
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Bushwick, New York, United States
Birth Date: February 26, 1916
Age: 71 (at death)
Occupation: TV Actor

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Toll House Cookie Dough
Favorite Color: Sky Blue
Favorite Scent: Versace Eros
Favorite Actor: Michael Caine

Jackie's Family Tree

Birth Name: John Herbert Gleason
Father: Herbert Walton "Herb" Gleason
Mother: Mae "Maisie" Gleason (née Kelly)
Spouse/Partner:

Marilyn Gleason (16 December 1975-24 June 1987, his death)
Beverly McKittrick (4 July 1970-24 November 1975, divorced)
Genevieve Halford (20 September 1936-24 June 1970, divorced)

Daughter(s):

Geraldine Halford (born 1940)
Linda Halford (born 1942)

Death Notice:

Date: June 24 1987 at age 71
Place: Lauderhill, Florida, United States
Cause of Death: Colon cancer
Interment: Entombed in a sarcophagus in a mausoleum at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Cemetery in Miami

Category Tags:

TV Actor American Born on February 26th Born in 1916 Born in New York Died in 1987 Died at age 71 Died from Colon cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery."

"Drinking removes warts and pimples. Not from me. But from those I look at." (IMDB)

"Listen to them. Children of the night. What music they make."

"It is with great sadness that we learning of Jackie Gleason's death. All of us feel his loss and sorrow. (V)"

"Jackie Gleason's larger-than-life personality and comedic genius will forever be remembered in the hearts and minds of those who were touched by his unparalleled talent. (V)"

"Jackie Gleason had a successful professional career as a comedian, actor, and television host, but unfortunately, his life was cut short due to health complications. (V)"

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