John Belushi (born January 24th, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois) was a Comedian who was best known for being one of the original cast members of the American sketch comedy show "Saturday Night Live" (SNL). John died on March 5, 1982 at the age of 33, and his death was possibly because of an accidental drug overdose.
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ComedianFilm Actor TV Actor American Born on January 24th Born in 1949 Born in Illinois Died in 1982 Died at age 33 Died from Overdose
"Some comedians love their characters. I don't fall in love with mine. In fact, I get tired of them very fast. You have to be willing to throw it all away." (IMDB)
"John Belushi will always be remembered for his larger-than-life personality and comedic genius, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry that continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day. (V)"
"John Belushi had a successful career as a comedian and actor, known for his iconic roles in Saturday Night Live and Animal House, but tragically died at the young age of 33 due to a drug overdose. (V)"
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