Obituary of Northern Calloway

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Northern Calloway

Northern James Calloway (born September 10, 1948 in New York City) was a TV actor and singer who was best known for his role as David on the popular American educational children’s TV show, “Sesame Street” from 1971 to 1989. Northern died on January 9, 1990 and his death was reportedly because of exhaustive psychosis. He died less than eight months after his last appearance on Sesame Street. He died young at age 41.

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Northern Calloway Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Calloway, Northern
    • Common Name: Northern Calloway
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: September 10, 1948
    • Age: 41 (at death)
    • Also Known As: David
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1966-1990
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Campbell's Tomato Soup
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Gucci Guilty
    • Favorite Actor: Will Smith

    Northern's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Northern James Calloway
    • Father:
    • Mother: Bunnetta Calloway
    • Brother(s):
      • Gregory Calloway
    • Sister(s):
      • Connie Calloway Jackson
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Terri Calloway (divorced)

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 09 1990 at age 41
  • Place: Ossining, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Infection (exhaustive psychosis)
  • Interment: Buried at Ferncliff Cemetery in Westchester County, New York

Category Tags:

TV ActorSinger American Born on September 10th Born in 1948 Born in New York Died in 1990 Died at age 41 Died from Infection

Northern's Notable Roles:

  • Sesame Street

Quotable Quotes:

"Without Northern Calloway's life, the world would be a different place. The music of Northern Calloway will always be known and loved. (V)"

"Northern Calloway was a bright and talented actor who brought joy to audiences through his memorable performances on and off the stage. (V)"

"Northern Calloway's professional life was marked by his impressive career as an actor and comedian, but his sudden passing at the age of 41 left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. (V)"

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