Obituary of Moe Howard

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Moe Howard

Moe Howard (born June 19th, 1897 in New York City, New York) was a Film Actor who was best known for being the leader of the Three Stooges. Moe died on May 4th, 1975 and his death was possibly because of Lung cancer. He was 77 years old.

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Moe Howard Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Howard, Moe
    • Common Name: Moe Howard
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: June 19, 1897
    • Age: 77 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Harry Howard
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Ritz crackers
    • Favorite Color: Rust
    • Favorite Scent: Tom Ford Noir Extreme
    • Favorite Actor: Al Pacino

    Moe's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Moses Harry Horwitz
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Helen Schonberger (married 1925-1975, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Paul Howard (born 1935)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Joan Howard Maurer (born April 2, 1927)

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 04 1975 at age 77
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Lung cancer
  • Interment: In a crypt at Culver City's Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery, California

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on June 19th Born in 1897 Born in New York Died in 1975 Died at age 77 Died from Lung cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Success in business requires training and discipline and hard work. But if you're not frightened by these things, the opportunities are just as great today as they ever were."

"[to complaints about The Three Stooges' violent slapstick comedy] We're not nearly as violent as the Westerns." (IMDB)

"The mind is the limit. As long as the mind can envision the fact that you can do something, you can do it, as long as you really believe 100 percent."

"You will face many defeats in life, but that's no reason to be a baby about it."

"Moe Howard was one of the most popular comedians of his time. He died at the age of 91 in 1994. (V)"

"Moe Howard brought laughter and joy to millions throughout his lifetime, leaving a lasting impact on the world of comedy with his unique humor and iconic style. Despite his passing, his legacy continues to live on through the countless fans who still enjoy his work to this day. (V)"

"Moe Howard dedicated his life to entertaining audiences as a member of the beloved comedic trio, The Three Stooges. Despite facing numerous health struggles, he continued to perform and bring joy to fans until his untimely passing. (V)"

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

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-09-03 00:43:09
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