Leslie Nielsen
1926–2010 (age 84)
Actor and comedian
Biography
Leslie Nielsen (1926–2010) was a gifted actor whose early dramatic work gave way to an unforgettable comedic career, delighting audiences with deadpan mastery in Airplane!, The Naked Gun and beyond.
Off-screen he was admired for his professionalism and kindness, helping younger actors find their footing while remaining gracious in every chapter of his career.