Acting
Dom DeLuise
Dominick "Dom" DeLuise (August 1, 1933 – May 4, 2009) was an American actor and comedian. Known primarily for comedy roles, he rose to fame in the 1970s as a frequent guest on television variety shows. He is widely recognized for his performances in the films of Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder, as well as a series of collaborations and a double act with Burt Reynolds. Beginning in the 1980s, his popularity expanded to younger audiences from voicing characters in several major animated productions, particularly those of Don Bluth. DeLuise was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Italian American parents. He attended the High School of Performing Arts in New York City and later studied biology at Tufts University. After graduating from college, he began his career as a stand-up comedian. He made his television debut in 1964 on the variety show The Dean Martin Show. In 1970, DeLuise made his film debut in the Mel Brooks comedy The Twelve Chairs. He went on to appear in several other Brooks films, including Blazing Saddles, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, and History of the World, Part I. He also starred in a number of films with Gene Wilder, including The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother, The World's Greatest Lover, and See No Evil, Hear No Evil. DeLuise was a frequent collaborator with Burt Reynolds, and the two starred in a number of films together, including The End, Smokey and the Bandit II, and Cannonball Run II. He also had a recurring role on the television series Evening Shade. In addition to his film and television work, DeLuise was also a successful voice actor. He voiced characters in a number of animated films, including All Dogs Go to Heaven, The Secret of NIMH, and An American Tail. He also hosted the children's cooking show Cooking with Dom DeLuise. DeLuise was a popular and beloved figure in Hollywood. He was known for his infectious laugh and his larger-than-life personality. He was also a talented actor and comedian, and he enjoyed a long and successful career. Dom DeLuise died on May 4, 2009, at the age of 75. He had been battling pancreatic cancer for several months. He died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Beverly Hills, California. DeLuise's family released a statement saying that he had died "peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer." They said that he was "surrounded by his loving family and friends." DeLuise's death was met with sadness and tributes from fans and colleagues alike. Mel Brooks, who directed DeLuise in several films, said that he was "a great talent and a great friend." Gene Wilder said that DeLuise was "one of the funniest people I've ever known." DeLuise's funeral was held on May 8, 2009, at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills. He was buried at the Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery in Los Angeles.
Filmography
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm
Film · 2019
Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films
Film · 2014
Mel Brooks: Make a Noise
Film · 2013
Musical Mel: Inventing The Inquisition
Film · 2009
Silent Laughter: The Reel Inspirations of 'Silent Movie'
Film · 2009
Hitchcock and Mel: Spoofing the Master of Suspense
Film · 2009
According to Dom
Film · 2009
Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation
Film · 2008
Spaceballs: The Animated Series
Series · 2008
The Best of Carson, Volume 1
Film · 2006
Legends
Series · 2006
Robot Chicken
Series · 2005
Robot Chicken
Series · 2005
Girl Play
Film · 2004
Living in TV Land
Series · 2004
Father of the Pride
Series · 2004
Duck Dodgers
Series · 2003
I Love Muppets
Film · 2002
Pet Star
Series · 2002
Back in the Saddle
Film · 2001
Emeril
Series · 2001
The Brainiacs.com
Film · 2000
Lion of Oz
Film · 2000
Baby Geniuses
Film · 1999
An American Tail: The Mystery of the Night Monster
Film · 1999
Boys Will Be Boys
Film · 1999
The Secret of NIMH 2: Timmy to the Rescue
Film · 1999
My X-Girlfriend's Wedding Reception
Film · 1999
An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
Film · 1998
The Godson
Film · 1998
An All Dogs Christmas Carol
Film · 1998
Amazing Stories: The Movie III
Film · 1998
The Best of the Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts
Film · 1998
The Wild Thornberrys
Series · 1998
The Charlie Horse Music Pizza
Series · 1998
Hollywood Squares
Series · 1998
Hercules
Series · 1998
The Good Bad Guy
Film · 1997
Stargate SG-1
Series · 1997
Police Academy: The Series
Series · 1997
I Am Weasel
Series · 1997
Cow and Chicken
Series · 1997
Cow and Chicken
Series · 1997
I Am Weasel
Series · 1997
All Dogs Go to Heaven 2
Film · 1996
Lamb Chop's Chanukah and Passover Surprise
Film · 1996
All Dogs Go To Heaven: The Series
Series · 1996
Sabrina, the Teenage Witch
Series · 1996
Dexter's Laboratory
Series · 1996
The Rosie O'Donnell Show
Series · 1996
3rd Rock from the Sun
Series · 1996
Red Line
Film · 1995
The Tin Soldier
Film · 1995
The Naked Truth
Series · 1995
Cybill
Series · 1995
The Silence of the Hams
Film · 1994
Don't Drink the Water
Film · 1994
A Troll in Central Park
Film · 1994
Mae West and the Men Who Knew Her
Film · 1994
Duckman
Series · 1994
The Magic School Bus
Series · 1994
Burke's Law
Series · 1994
Robin Hood: Men in Tights
Film · 1993
The Skateboard Kid
Film · 1993
'Robin Hood: Men in Tights' – The Legend Had It Coming
Film · 1993
seaQuest DSV
Series · 1993
Diagnosis: Murder
Series · 1993
Almost Pregnant
Film · 1992
Laurel and Hardy: A Tribute to the Boys
Film · 1992
Munchie
Film · 1992
Mickey's Audition
Film · 1992
Fievel's American Tails
Series · 1992
Driving Me Crazy
Film · 1991
An American Tail: Fievel Goes West
Film · 1991
Timmy's Gift: A Precious Moments Christmas
Film · 1991
The Ren & Stimpy Show
Series · 1991
The All-New Candid Camera
Series · 1991
Rugrats
Series · 1991
Loose Cannons
Film · 1990
Timeless Tales: The Emperor's New Clothes
Film · 1990
Beverly Hills, 90210
Series · 1990
Wake, Rattle, and Roll
Series · 1990
All Dogs Go to Heaven
Film · 1989
Happily Ever After
Film · 1989
B.L. Stryker
Series · 1989
Oliver & Company
Film · 1988
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
Series · 1988
A Taxi Driver in New York
Film · 1987
Going Bananas
Film · 1987
Spaceballs
Film · 1987
Married... with Children
Series · 1987
21 Jump Street
Series · 1987
An American Tail
Film · 1986
Haunted Honeymoon
Film · 1986
Gonzo Presents Muppet Weird Stuff
Film · 1985
Amazing Stories
Series · 1985
Cannonball Run II
Film · 1984
Johnny Dangerously
Film · 1984
Happy
Film · 1983
This Is Your Life
Series · 1983
The Secret of NIMH
Film · 1982
Hollywood: The Gift of Laughter
Film · 1982
Magic with the Stars
Film · 1982
Baryshnikov in Hollywood
Film · 1982
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Film · 1982
History of the World: Part I
Film · 1981
The Cannonball Run
Film · 1981
All-Star Party for Burt Reynolds
Film · 1981
Command Performance: The Stars Salute the President
Film · 1981
Wholly Moses
Film · 1980
Smokey and the Bandit II
Film · 1980
Fatso
Film · 1980
The Last Married Couple in America
Film · 1980
Ann-Margret: Hollywood Movie Girls
Film · 1980
The Muppet Movie
Film · 1979
Diary of a Young Comic
Film · 1979
Hot Stuff
Film · 1979
The Muppets Go Hollywood
Film · 1979
The End
Film · 1978
The Cheap Detective
Film · 1978
Sextette
Film · 1978
The World's Greatest Lover
Film · 1977
Superstunt
Film · 1977
Silent Movie
Film · 1976
Dean Martin's Red Hot Scandals of 1926
Film · 1976
The Muppet Show
Series · 1976
The Jacksons
Series · 1976
The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother
Film · 1975
The Smothers Brothers Show
Series · 1975
Only with Married Men
Film · 1974
Blazing Saddles
Film · 1974
Tony Orlando and Dawn
Series · 1974
Dinah!
Series · 1974
Lotsa Luck
Series · 1973
The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts
Series · 1973
Every Little Crook and Nanny
Film · 1972
Evil Roy Slade
Film · 1972
The Roman Holidays
Series · 1972
Who Is Harry Kellerman and Why Is He Saying Those Terrible Things About Me?
Film · 1971
The Twelve Chairs
Film · 1970
Norwood
Film · 1970
The Flip Wilson Show
Series · 1970
Medical Center
Series · 1969
The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour
Series · 1969
What's So Bad About Feeling Good?
Film · 1968
The Dean Martin Christmas Show
Film · 1968
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Series · 1968
The Ghost & Mrs. Muir
Series · 1968
The Busy Body
Film · 1967
The Carol Burnett Show
Series · 1967
The Glass Bottom Boat
Film · 1966
The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.
Series · 1966
The Dean Martin Show
Series · 1965
Fail Safe
Film · 1964
Diary of a Bachelor
Film · 1964
The Munsters
Series · 1964
The Merv Griffin Show
Series · 1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Series · 1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Series · 1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Series · 1962
The Mike Douglas Show
Series · 1961
The Mike Douglas Show
Series · 1961
The Ordeal of Thomas Moon
Film · 1957