Dom DeLuise

About

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...

Known for

Stargate SG-1Series • 1997Diagnosis: MurderSeries • 1993Beverly Hills, 90210Series • 1990Married... with ChildrenSeries • 1987RugratsSeries • 1991Robot ChickenSeries • 2005Sabrina, the Teenage WitchSeries • 1996Dexter's LaboratorySeries • 1996Cow and ChickenSeries • 19973rd Rock from the SunSeries • 199621 Jump StreetSeries • 1987The Wild ThornberrysSeries • 1998HerculesSeries • 1998seaQuest DSVSeries • 1993Medical CenterSeries • 1969DuckmanSeries • 1994Amazing StoriesSeries • 1985The MunstersSeries • 1964The Ren & Stimpy ShowSeries • 1991CybillSeries • 1995Duck DodgersSeries • 2003I Am WeaselSeries • 1997The Magic School BusSeries • 1994Robin Hood: Men in TightsMovie • 1993