Sad news to report…
Comedian Gallagher, famously known for smashing watermelons as part of his legendary act, has died … his longtime manager tells TMZ.
Gallagher died while under hospice care in the Palm Springs area early Friday morning, TMZ has learned. His manager tells TMZ Gallagher died of massive organ failure. He had been in ill health for a while, suffering numerous heart attacks over the years.
The rep tells TMZ, “Gallagher stayed on the road touring America for decades. He was pretty sure he held a record for the most stand-up dates, by attrition alone,” adding, “While Gallagher had his detractors, he was an undeniable talent and an American success story.”
Gallagher started working as a comedian after college … getting his big break after appearing on Johnny Carson‘s ‘Tonight Show’ back in 1975 … showing off his prop humor and quickly becoming one of the most popular and recognizable comedians in America.[TMZ]
May he rest in peace….
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