Obituary of Red Skelton

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Red Skelton

Richard Red Skelton (born July 18, 1913 in Vincennes, Indiana) was a TV actor and radio personality who was best known for being the host of the American TV program “The Red Skelton Show” between 1937 and 1971. Red died on September 17, 1997 and his death was because of a brief illness. He died at age 84.

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Red Skelton Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Skelton, Red
    • Common Name: Red Skelton
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Vincennes, Indiana, United States
    • Birth Date: July 18, 1913
    • Age: 84 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Richard Skelton
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1923-1993
    • Religion: Protestant
    • Net Worth: $30 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Violet (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

    Red's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Richard Red Skelton
    • Father: Joseph E. Skelton (1878-1913)
    • Mother: Ida Mae Skelton (1883-1966)
    • Brother(s):
      • Paul F. Skelton (1910-1989)
      • Christopher M. Skelton (1907-1977)
      • Denny Ishmael Skelton (1905-1943)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Edna Marie Stillwell (married 1931-divorced 1943)
      • Georgia Davis (married 1945-divorced 1971)
      • Lothian Toland (married 1973-1997, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Richard Skelton Jr. (1948-1958)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Valentina Marie Skelton

Death Notice:

  • Date: September 17 1997 at age 84
  • Place: Rancho Mirage, California, United
  • Cause of Death: Unspecified illness
  • Interment: Buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California

Category Tags:

TV ActorRadio Personality American Born on July 18th Born in 1913 Born in Indiana Died in 1997 Died at age 84 Died from Unspecified illness

Red's Notable Roles:

  • The Red Skelton Show

Quotable Quotes:

"Red Skelton was an amazing comedian and actor who has left a lasting impression on millions of people around the world. His life and death have been kept confidential - but we know that he is in a better place and that his loved ones enjoy World War II commemorations with him every day. (V)"

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

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Red Skelton at IMDB

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Wiki Page Updated: 2023-05-05 08:43:05
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