David Ketchum classic comedy Star Died at age of 97: Admirers of classic comedy will never forget the man who could walk out of a mailbox, jump out of a trash can, and walk into a washing machine with a straight face.
David Ketchum, the hugely popular actor who made millions laugh as the eccentric Agent 13 in ‘Get Smart’, has died at the age of 97. According to The Hollywood Reporter, his family confirmed that he passed away on August 10.
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According to The News, David Ketchum breathed his last on August 10. Let us tell you that the actor gained recognition in the 1960s for his comic timing and brilliant acting.
David Ketchum’s Early Life and TV Career
David Ketchum was an American comedian-actor. He was born on February 4, 1928 in Quincy, USA.
It is said that initially, the actor wanted to become an electrical engineer, but during his studies, his interest in comedy and acting grew. Ketchum first appeared in ‘I’m Dickens’ and ‘His Fenster’.
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However, the actor rose to prominence with his role as Agent 13 in ‘Get Smart’. Apart from being an actor, Ketchum was also a writer for TV shows like ‘The Six Million Dollar Man’, ‘Maish’, ‘Petticoat Junction’ and ‘The Andy Griffith Show’.
Film career of David Ketchum
By 1979, David Ketchum became even more active in films. At that time he won the hearts of people with his brilliant performances in ‘Love at First Bite’, Barbra Streisand’s sports comedy ‘The Main Event’ and ‘The North Avenue Irregulars’.
Apart from this, the actor also acted in films like ‘Young Doctors in Love’ and ‘The Other Sister’.
Apart from acting, David also released a comedy album titled ‘Long-Playing Tongue of Dave Ketchum’.
David Ketchum’s family includes his wife of nearly 7 decades, two daughters, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
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