Obituary of Peter Falk

Peter Falk

Peter Falk (born September 16th, 1927 in New York City, New York) was a TV Actor who was best known for playing Lieutenant Columbo in the award winning American TV series "Columbo". Peter died on June 23, 2011 and his death was possibly because of pneumonia with complications of Alzheimer's disease. He was 83 when he succumbed to his illness.

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Peter Falk Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Falk, Peter
Common Name: Peter Falk
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
Birth Date: September 16, 1927
Age: 83 (at death)
Occupations:
- TV Actor
- Film Actor

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Velveeta Cheese
Favorite Color: Red
Favorite Scent: English Laundry Oxford Bleu
Favorite Actor: Diane Keaton

Peter's Family Tree

Birth Name: Peter Michael Falk
Father: Michael Peter Falk
Mother: Madeline Falk (née Hochhauser)
Spouse/Partner:

Shera Danese Falk (married 7 December 1977-his death)
Alice Mayo (married 17 April 1960-divorced 1976)

Daughter(s):

Catherine Falk

Death Notice:

Date: June 23 2011 at age 83
Place: Beverly Hills, California, United States
Cause of Death: Pneumonia

Category Tags:

TV Actor Film Actor American Born on September 16th Born in 1927 Born in New York Died in 2011 Died at age 83 Died from Pneumonia

Quotable Quotes:

"Writing a book is an adventure. To begin with it is a toy then an amusement. Then it becomes a mistress, and then it becomes a master, and then it becomes a tyrant and, in the last stage, just as you are about to be reconciled to your servitude, you kill the monster and fling him to the public."

"[upon losing to Peter Ustinov for the 1961 Oscars] When I hit the seat, I turned to the press agent and said "You're fired!" I didn't want him charging me for another day." (IMDB)

"Peter Falk was an amazing actor and I feel so lucky to have seen him in so many great films. He is gone but never forgotten. (V)"

"Peter Falk was a beloved actor who brought humor, drama, and entertainment to audiences throughout his career, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film and television. (V)"

"Peter Falk had a successful professional career spanning over five decades, known for his iconic role as detective Columbo, before ultimately succumbing to complications from Alzheimer's disease. (V)"

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