Funnyman starred in ‘Cannonball Run,’ ‘Spaceballs,’ was popular pitchman
LOS ANGELES - Actor and comedian Dom DeLuise, whose big screen classics included “The Cannonball Run,” “Spaceballs” and “History of the World Part I,” died on Monday night at a Los Angeles hospital, Access Hollywood has confirmed. He was 75.
The actor starred in dozens of films over the years, often teaming up with off-screen pal Burt Reynolds.
Most recently, he was working on the CGI live-action fantasy film “Instant Karma,” starring Dwayne Johnson, Pierce Brosnan and Mira Sorvino. Reynolds and DeLuise both had voice roles in the film.
DeLuise became a household name in the ’80s with his comedic commercials for Ziploc bags.
DeLuise leaves behind his wife, actress Carol Arthur, and three sons, all of whom followed in their father’s Hollywood footsteps.
Peter DeLuise, 42, has starred in numerous TV shows, including “21 Jumpstreet,” “SeaQuest DSV” and “Stargate SG-1.” He’s also worked extensively as a TV writer, director and producer on shows including “Kyle XY” and the “Stargate” franchise.
Michael DeLuise, 38, had a recurring role as TJ on “Gilmore Girls.” His other acting credits include “Brooklyn South,” “NYPD Blue” and “SeaQuest DSV.”
David DeLuise, 37, has also made numerous TV appearances on such shows as “Gilmore Girls,” “CSI” and “Without A Trace.” Most recently, David is known for playing Jerry Russon on the Disney Channel’s “Wizards of Waverly Place.”
