Obituary of Sheldon Leonard

Sheldon Leonard

Sheldon Leonard Bershad (born February 22, 1907 in Manhattan, New York) was a film actor, TV actor, and TV producer who was best known for playing gangster roles and for producing sitcoms “The Danny Thomas Show” and “The Dick Van Dyke Show.” Sheldon died on January 11, 1997 and his death was possibly because of natural causes. He died at age 89.

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Sheldon Leonard Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Leonard, Sheldon
Common Name: Sheldon Leonard
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Manhattan, New York, United States
Birth Date: February 22, 1907
Age: 89 (at death)
Also Known As: Shelly
Occupations:
Active Years: 1934-1997

Religion: Jewish
Net Worth: $10 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Lime
Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb
Favorite Actor: Diane Keaton

Sheldon's Family Tree

Birth Name: Sheldon Leonard Bershad
Father: Frank Bershad (1884-1974)
Mother: Anna Bershad (1885-1931)
Spouse/Partner:

Frances Bober (married 1931-1997, his death)

Son(s):

Stephen W. Bershad

Daughter(s):

Andrea Bershad

Death Notice:

Date: January 11 1997 at age 89
Place: Beverly Hills, California, United States
Cause of Death: Natural causes (unspecified)
Interment: Buried at Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery in Culver City, California

Category Tags:

Film Actor TV Actor TV Producer American Born on February 22nd Born in 1907 Born in New York Died in 1997 Died at age 89 Died from Natural causes

Sheldon's Notable Roles:

The Danny Thomas Show
The Dick Van Dyke Show

Quotable Quotes:

"Sheldon Leonard lived a full and impactful life, leaving behind a legacy of success and creativity that will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

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