He also appeared in the film "The Cat From Outer Space" (1978). Henry passed away in 2021, at the age of 84. U.S., Newspapers.com Marriage Index, 1800s-2020, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007, U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947, Your Scrapbook is currently empty. See the article in its original context from. "It's a matter of ego, but I think I'm doing a service by delineating this type of person. He married third wife, Ginny Fosdick in 1980. Mild-mannered, thoughtful, compassionate, and not above getting riled every now and then, Father Francis Mulcahy wasn't just the 4077's chaplain: He was often its heart, too. As Flagg, Winter brought a certain amount of hilarity, confidence, and misplaced know how, but every time he "exited like the wind" or showed up in a disguise, viewers knew they were in for a treat. McLean Stevenson's Death - Cause and Date Born (Birthday) 19271114 Death Date February 15, 1996 Age of Death 68 years Cause of Death Heart Attack Profession TV Actor The tv actor McLean Stevenson died at the age of 68. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. [8], Stevenson was replaced in the series by Harry Morgan, a best friend of Stevenson who had guest-starred opposite him in the Season Three premiere episode "The General Flipped at Dawn." But you couldn't beat what she was as a person, funnier and warmer and kinder than most people I've known.". The Balance estimated his final net worth at approximately $75 million. Life and career. You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. Like Frank Burns, Charles was a narrative foil for Hawkeye, but in a way that kept things fresh. Think back to the episodes of "M*A*S*H" that include the following: "Shout air raid." This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. All of these had one thing in common: Major Sidney Freedman, an Army psychiatrist, who was a recurring guest character on "M*A*S*H" who made an enormous impact. Birth Name: Edgar McLean Stevenson, Jr. Sadly, Stiers died in 2018 from cancer, as noted by The Hollywood Reporter. Both the character of Brighton and Nielsen will surely be remembered. Having previously written for "Fame" and the TV movie "The Kid fromNowhere," Farrell wrote an impressive 131 episodes of the "General Hospital" spin-off "Port Charles" from 1998 to 2003. In this 1979 interview, McLean Stevenson reveals what was going on behind-the-scenes during filming of his last episode of "M*A*S*H" and discovering they wer. He's particularly a thorn in Klinger's side, but he runs afoul of almost everyone sooner or later. Real Monsters." As a result, the show wrote him off through a shocking death in the Season 3 . McLean Stevenson. The series "Hello, Larry," another comedy by Mr. Lear, presented Mr. Stevenson as a talk-show host on a small radio station and the father of two teen-age daughters. Stiers is sorely missed by everyone who knew him. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. He broke into TV as a guest actor on various series such as "Naked City" and "The Defenders." "[6] Although he had played ensemble parts for several years, he has stated that the primary reasons for his departure were systemic problems with 20th Century Fox, especially disregard for simple comforts for cast and crew on location,[7] and the more lucrative opportunities presented to him at the time. Actor McLean Stevenson played Blake, and for the first three seasons of "M*A*S*H," Stevenson's Blake drank, fished, and cheated on his wife. "She had more friends than anyone in the world," Julie Strassman, the actress's sister, said after her death. By late 1974, he was chafing at his second-banana role on "M*A*S*H" and asked to be released from his contract. Korean War veteran Richard Lee-Sung was one of them. "I still get mail," she told NPR. His father, Edgar, was a cardiologist. He eventually began acting in Mr. officer, Lt. The role made Nakahara important to legions of viewers. Col. Henry Blake on the television series "M*A*S*H" for three seasons, died on Thursday at the Tarzana Regional Medical Center in Tarzana, Calif., near Los Angeles. Morgan played the general, Stevenson played the doctor. Anyone can read what you share. Please reset your password. McLean Stevenson was born on November 14, 1927 and died on February 15, 1996. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Quite amusing, we have to say. He was also the brother of actress Ann Whitney. Right from the start, Rogers and Alan Alda had a great onscreen rapport. Bullish, antagonistic, and hypocritical, Sergeant Zelmo Zale makes a great low-stakes adversary: the other characters don't have to defeat him, they just have to figure out how to live with him. He was the great-grandson of William Stevenson (brother of US Vice President Adlai E. Stevenson), making him a second cousin once removed of two-time presidential nominee Adlai E. Stevenson II. He died in 1995. The show changed a lot over its long run even today, fans are often divided over which era they like the best but for us, it was always great. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of McLean Stevenson (6113)? or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. He also appeared frequently on "Hollywood Squares." Alan Alda even admitted to the New York Times that it was difficult to remember that Arbus didn't actually have Sidney's training: "I was so convinced that he was a psychiatrist I used to sit and talk with him between scenes. Fujikawa was possibly best known for his roles as the Gardener in "Chinatown," Fence in "Farewell, My Lovely," and Matsu on the short-lived "Mr.T and Tina," where he played the uncle of "Karate Kid" star Pat Morita's character. Colonel Flagg is one of the best recurring guest stars "M*A*S*H" ever had: a dazzlingly paranoid, relentless, heartless, and hilariously incompetent intelligence agent. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. While "M*A*S*H" included a number of guest stars throughout its 11 years on the air, few made as much of a lasting impact as Leslie Nielsen, who brought Colonel "Buzz" Brighton to the screen in Season 1. He's undoubtedly irritating but Johnny Haymer also makes him memorable, giving Zale a boisterous, combative energy. Instead of an officer's uniform, he wore a fisherman's vest and a fishing hat studded with lures. I thought you might like to see a memorial for McLean Stevenson I found on Findagrave.com. In 1961, Adlai Stevenson, a relative, invited him to a party in New Y'rk City, where, mingling with show business luminaries like Gower Champion and Sanford Meisner, Mr. Stevenson decided to become an actor. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. She was 84. Why did Larry Linville leave MASH? You're not so dead. He was born in 1957 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Trapper John McIntyre might have only starred on "M*A*S*H" for three seasons, but his impact on the show was enormous, so much so that he was mentioned by fellow characters seasons later. Try again. [3] After this he appeared in New York City on stage, and in television[4] commercials. "[14], Stevenson's screen credits include the Disney movie The Cat from Outer Space as a friend of Frank Wilson (played by Ken Berry) along with his M*A*S*H replacement Harry Morgan. In an interview, Mr. Stevenson described his character as a good-hearted medical man thrust into the position of running an Army unit and enforcing absurd rules. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. "I represent on 'M*A*S*H' the authority figure who can't cope and who caves in under pressure," he once said about his character. Best remembered for his role as Lt. Col. Henry Blake in the popular TV series, "M*A*S*H." Born in the Bloomington/Normal area of McLean County, Illinois, to a father who was a cardiologist, his extended family was a provider of famous politicians to the American scene. He was happy to reprise the role on "AfterMASH." Farrell recalled that Stiers was similar to his character, Winchester, in that he loved classical music Stiers would often suggest musical pieces for Farrell to listen to in hopes of sharing his passion. In the series finale, Nurse Able claims that she'll be the "best darn nurse Oklahoma's ever seen" in reference to the actor's actual birthplace. While Frank remained his defining onscreen role, Linville also had a successful theater career that included several Broadway performances. Although Colonel Potter tried to warn her that perhaps she was rushing into this union, she didn't heed his words of wisdom, and the rest was (divorce-ridden) history. McLean Stevenson played the character of Lt. View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro . He gave the show some great humor: We'll never forget the Father Mulcahy Sound-a-Like contest in "Movie Tonight" or his aghast reaction to finding out his fresh ears of corn had just gotten creamed by the oblivious cook. [15], Stevenson was recovering from bladder cancer surgery at the Encino-Tarzana Regional Medical Center on February 15, 1996, when he suffered a sudden fatal heart attack. GREAT NEWS! After guest-starring in That Girl with Marlo Thomas, he was cast in The Doris Day Show in 1969, playing magazine editor boss Michael Nicholson until 1971. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. He spent much of the 60's in the city while performing in nightclubs and comedy spots leaving to work the summers in stock theatre at Warsaw, Indiana. As an actor, Henry specialized in action roles, playing Tarzan in several movies and Junior in the three "Smokey and the Bandit" films. Nielsen, who was known for starring roles in films such as "Airplane!" In 1981, he became a regular panelist on the daily syndicated version of Match Game, staying with the show until its cancellation a year later. In 2000, Linville died of pneumonia, a long-term complication from cancer and related surgery. "M*A*S*H" served as a redefining aspect of Strassman's career as an actress after taking some time away from her career, her first role back on the screen was as Margie, who was often seen alongside Alan Alda's Hawkeye. You just have to be reawakened,'" Farrell said. We have set your language to There's a bittersweet quality to his Disney voice-work, as excellent as it is: it contributed to his decision to spend most of his life closeted, as he feared Disney wouldn't want to work with an openly gay actor. While attending Bloomington High School, he was active in sports however there was never any indication of an acting career. Their shared middle name, "McLean," came from Lottie McLean, Stevenson's paternal grandmother. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. I did some terrible shows. Sadly, after the show's first three seasons, Stevenson asked to be let go of his contract so he could pursue other work. By using our Services, you agree to our use of cookies. Colonel Henry Blake during M*A*S*H 's first three seasons. The documentary revealed that Fujikawa had spent time in a Japanese-American internment camp during the Second World War prior to becoming an actor. He had an art background and had worked for years in fashion photography; his wife (until their divorce in 1969) was the famous photographer Diane Arbus. Despite being jettisoned from "M*A*S*H," Brown went on to have a productive career. Loretta Swit said, "It was the most perfect casting ever known." This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. While many of us loved Colonel Sherman Potter as the 4077th's leader on M*A*S*H, the helm was originally occupied by Lieutenant Colonel Henry Blake, whose bumbling personality and lack of leadership capabilities made him hilarious to watch on screen. Edgar "Mac" McLean Stevenson Jr. (November 14, 1927 February 15, 1996) was an American actor and comedian. Eventually, Linville felt Frank too firmly defined as a twerp to really evolve had run his course, and at the end of Season 5, he chose to bow out. Do you think you know a lot about TV? Some television shows just stand the test of time. She was, without question, a wonderful addition to the show, and it's heartwarming to know that "M*A*S*H" served as such a boost to her acting career. He made his acting debut in a summer stock production of "The Music Man" and followed up with work in television commercials, "The Defenders" and "The Ed Sullivan Show." Colonel Henry Blake Biography - A Short Wiki (December 8, 1980 - February 15, 1996) (his death, 1 child), (May 24, 1969 - August 1971) (divorced, 1 child), (April 13, 1957 - 1960) (divorced, 1 child), The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro. "[2], In 1961, Stevenson's cousin invited him to social functions where he met a few business luminaries. Only Hello Larry lasted two seasons; all others were cancelled in their first. Try again later. Whenever you turn on an episode of "M*A*S*H," you're pretty much guaranteed to see Nurse Kellye Yamato. He contributed a lasting bit of the show's continuity, too, in coining the name for Jeff Maxwell's character Igor. After his "M*A*S*H" work, he could be seen on "Dallas," "The A-Team," "Cagney & Lacey," and "Herman's Head" and for '90s Nickelodeon buffs, heard on both "The Angry Beavers" and "Aaahh!!! Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? He also was a regular on the 1970 The Tim Conway Comedy Hour variety show on CBS. [11], Stevenson's career decline resulted in his becoming a target for industry jokes. Week after week, Larry Linville described to the Hollywood Reporter by co-star Gary Burghoff as "the direct opposite of his character" made Frank a perverse combination of intolerable and delightful. When Major Margaret Houlihan announced on M*A*S*H that she was getting married to the dashing Colonel Donald Penobscot, played by the former NFL linebacker Mike Henry, most were thrilled for her. Actually, it wasn't so casual on her end, as Hawkeye eventually finds out to his alarm there are bits of Margie's last episode, "Ceasefire," that are just too awkward to watch. [1] Afterward he worked at a radio station, played a clown on a live TV show in Dallas, became an assistant athletic director at Northwestern, and sold medical supplies and insurance. After his first few "M*A*S*H" appearances, Lee-Sung showed up on TV classics such as "S.W.A.T.," "Happy Days," "Starsky and Hutch," and "The Incredible Hulk" to name a few. Patricia Stevens played Nurse Baker kind of. McLean Stevenson, 66, who played Army Lt. Col. Henry Blake, the fumbling commanding officer and chief surgeon in the CBS television comedy series "M*A*S*H," died Feb. 15 at a hospital here. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Actor, Comedian. We wanted to commemorate the "M*A*S*H" actors who are no longer with us, especially if you've been wondering what happened to them. She moved on to a regular role on "Welcome Back, Kotter," as well as a boatload of guest-starring spots and you might get a particular rush of childhood nostalgia when you recognize her as the mom in "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids." Sadly, Stevenson died at just 66 years old after a heart attack, according toThe New York Times. Winchester was aptly known for his lavish lifestyle, his love of music, and when he was willing to show it his humanity and understanding. McLean Stevenson Birthday and Date of Death. In 1967, she married David Wallett and moved to Los Angeles where she began a career as an actress. Corporal Radar O'Reilly was sunning himself with shiny cardboard when Colonel Sherman Potter arrived at the 4077th, telling the company clerk that the sun would "rip the hide" right off of him and from that line on, Potter, portrayed byactor Harry Morgan, stole the hearts of M*A*S*H viewers. Sadly, Nakahara died from cancer at the age of 73, as noted byThe New York Times. He eventually began acting in sketches. Over a decade later, his daughter Cynthia Gates Fujikawa wrote and produced the 1999 documentary "Old Man River," which further examined her father's life, history, and career. Colonel Blake was discharged, only to board a plane that was shot down over the Sea of Japan, killing everyone on boarda development added after scripts were distributed so the show's actors would display genuine emotion. While sharing the screen with the likes of Alan Alda's Hawkeye, Burns was infuriating a true testament to Linville's phenomenal acting talent. Stevenson worked at a radio station, played a clown on a live television show in Dallas and sold insurance and medical equipment. Trivia To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. "After a couple months of that I noticed he was giving me these strange looks, like 'How would I know the answer to that?'" If God is nigh, then surely he or she will welcome Bill with open arms," she said. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Alan Alda seconded that, tweeting, "His kind strength, his grace and gentle humor weren't acted. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. This browser does not support getting your location. As he told The Baltimore Sun: "I made the mistake of believing that people were enamored of McLean Stevenson when the person they were enamored of was Henry Blake." McLean Stevenson, who played the amiable, slipshod Lieut. McLean Stevensonbegan in show business at age 31. A number of "M*A*S*H" stars are still around and even still acting in particular, Alan Alda had a memorable and moving role in 2019's "Marriage Story" but the inevitable passing of time means that several beloved cast members of the show are now gone. Verify and try again. Here is all you want to know, and more! "One time he had me listen to a piece and walked away. Tarzana, Los Angeles County, California, USA. He auditioned and won a scholarship to the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Their marital problems and divorce are a big part of Margaret's arc through Seasons 6 and 7, so Mike Henry plays an important role in putting a (new) face to a mostly offscreen character. Professionally, Wood went by G. Wood and portrayed Brigadier General Charlie Hammond, the steely-eyed leader once romantically attached to Major Margaret Houlihan. It could be one of the funniest shows on TV, and it could be one of the most emotionally devastating. According to Reuters, he said, "I don't know if 'M*A*S*H' made me a better actor but I know it made me a better human being." Marcia Strassman had a great career after she left Margie behind. After appearances on That Girl and The Doris Day Show , Stevenson became a star on MASH. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. [10] During the 198889 television season, he returned to a supporting TV role in an ensemble, playing Max Kellerman in the short-lived CBS series adaptation of Dirty Dancing. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. I'm the guy they really are." Before he was cast as the fatherly, folksy Colonel Sherman Potter, Harry Morgan turned up on "M*A*S*H" as the unhinged one-off character General Steele in "The General Flipped at Dawn," one of the show's top comedic episodes. He would appear five more times after that, with his final appearance as a farmer named Lee Tsung Chu occurring in the tenth season episode "The Birthday Girls.". I'm the guy they really are. We love you, David.". Also, Jeff MacGregor is the only son of the artist. In 1961, Often played likeable, absent-minded characters, The unexpected death of Stevenson's "Henry Blake" character from, To research for his role as an army surgeon on. February 15, 1996 McLean Stevenson/Date of death Who died in the last episode of MASH? Learn more about managing a memorial . Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Despite Margaret's high hopes for their marriage, Donald soon turns out to be untrustworthy, cheap, and unfaithful. Lt. Leslie Scorch was a recurring character who frequented Harry Blake's company in the first season of "M*A*S*H," appearing as early as the very first episode. "She began as a background performer and worked her way up to playing the lead in an episode I wrote for her," Alda said. But you couldn't beat what she was as a person, funnier and warmer and kinder than most people I've known.". Try again later. One of Stiers' closest on-set friends was Mike Farrell, who played Captain B. J. Hunnicutt. As he explained to The Philadelphia Inquirer (via MeTV), "I pulled out every box in my head marked nerd, moron and slime." The actor who played Lt. After serving in the Navy, he attended Northwestern University, receiving a bachelor's degree in theater arts. It's fitting that Donald's role in "The M*A*S*H Olympics" involves his physical prowess: Before he was an actor, he was an NFL player, first with the Steelers and later with the Rams. Appearing in all but four seasons, Lee-Sung's "M*A*S*H" tenure was only the beginning of his career. McLean [Stevenson, who played Henry Blake] was never better. He was 66. Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? And part of that greatness was due to its ensemble cast of vivid, colorful characters portrayed by terrific actors. Short stints at a variety of jobs followed. Stevenson also appeared on a number of television series, notably The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Doris Day Show. He peacefully died at home with his wife by his side. Morgan's son, Charles, confirmed his death to The New York Times. She definitely played a nurse, but "M*A*S*H" tended to recycle the names of its nurses: If you pay attention, you'll see an awful lot of Nurse Ables and Nurse Bakers rotate through the camp in particular. In a statement given to The Reporter, it was noted that Christopher's condition had rapidly declined within a two-week period. Regrettably, during his football career, Henry suffered multiple head injuries, leading to Parkinson's disease and chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Mr. Stevenson was born in Bloomington, Ill., where his father was a cardiologist. McLean Stevenson's affable and hapless Blake a great doctor but a tremendously (and hilariously) inept commanding officer is one of the most lovable characters on "M*A*S*H." His farewell episode "Abyssinia, Henry" is great in its own right, but it hits as hard as it does because Stevenson spent three years making Henry funny, flawed, and lovable. Rogers liked a challenge, and that eventually extended far beyond the screen: He became a well-regarded and highly successful investor, with a hand in everything from tech companies to real estate to Kleinfeld Bridal (of "Say Yes to the Dress" fame). Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Steve Daley wrote in 1985 that he had "worn out his television welcome",[12] while David Bianculli drafted "The Annual McLean Stevenson Memorial 'I'm Gonna Quit This Show and Become a Big Star' Award" early in his career as a critic. As noted by The New York Timesin 2013, Arbus' death was confirmed by his daughter, Amy, one of his three children spanning from two marriages. Henry, who was well-known for playing Tarzan in the three 1960s adventure films, sadly died in 2021 at the age of 84. The finale alone was the single most-watched U.S. TV broadcast of all time. Why was McLean written out of MASH? Stevenson was recovering from bladder cancer surgery at the Encino-Tarzana Regional Medical Center on February 15, 1996, when he suffered a sudden fatal heart attack. Before his time on "M*A*S*H," Winter was a stage actor who worked primarily in San Francisco and New York. He was 66. Born November 14, 1927 Died February 15, 1996 Cause of Death Heart Attack Biography Read More Affable comedic actor McLean Stevenson was most widely known for his portrayal of Col. Henry Blake on the wartime ensemble dramedy "M*A*S*H" (CBS, 1972-1983), a ground-breaking show he left in order to pursue a series of his own. You know, so you'll be able to recognize him." Stevenson found his greatest success in M*A*S*H. The series quickly became one of the most popular situation comedies of its time, and was eventually recognized as one of the top sitcoms in television history. The show's writers reluctantly penned him an exit in the final episode of the 19741975 season (entitled "Abyssinia, Henry"), in which Lt. After a couple months of [asking him psychiatry questions] I noticed he was giving me these strange looks, like 'How would I know the answer to that?'". You have chosen this person to be their own family member. McLean Stevenson Dies at 66; Star of TV's 'M*A*S*H' Series, https://www.nytimes.com/1996/02/17/arts/mclean-stevenson-dies-at-66-star-of-tv-s-m-a-s-h-series.html. ", As Dr. Sidney Freedman, a therapist who made semi-regular visits to the 4077 to treat its patients and its staff, Allan Arbus is gentle, funny, warm, and wise: Anyone would be lucky to get to talk to this guy about their problems. Of the show's revolving guest star cast of generals, he was a noted fan favorite. Please try again later. M*A*S*H Actors Who Have Sadly Passed Away. He filled in for Johnny Carson as guest host of The Tonight Show 58 times, and as a guest on the program in 1982, he brought his daughter Lindsey onto the set when she was just 16 weeks old. Born: 14-Nov-1929 Birthplace: Normal, IL Died: 14-Feb-1996 Location of death: Los Angeles, CA Cause of death: Heart Failure Remains: Cremated, Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Hollywood Hills, CA Gender: Male Race or Ethnicity: White Sexual orientation: Straight Occupation: Actor Nationality: United States Executive summary: Lt. Col. Henry Blake on M*A*S*H Try our quiz and enter to win $500!Click below to check the trivia questionWhy McLean Stevenson Left M*A*S*H'In 1970, d. His final role was Father Tobias on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives." After appearing in episodes of "Fame," "ABC Afterschool Special," and "Divorce Court," she decided to commit herself completely to writing. The series had its premiere in January 1979, and ran for two seasons. He first appeared as Henry Blake in the premiere episode of "M*A*S*H," on Sept. 17, 1972. Most of the nurses on "M*A*S*H" never had significant interaction with the main cast, especially not over multiple episodes and multiple seasons. He took this cancer thing better than anybody I've ever seen.". Family members linked to this person will appear here. As the series went on, his lovable persona and caring nature showed more than anything. He made his professional career debut in The Music Man in 1962 and appeared regularly in Warsaw, Indiana, in summer stock productions. Obituary McLean Stevenson, who played the womanizing, goof-off Lt. Col. Henry Blake on TV's "M-A-S-H," has died at age 68. Thanks for your help! Failed to report flower. He dealt with both chronic traumatic encephalopathy and Parkinson's disease, before succumbing to his health struggles. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. As noted by The Hollywood Reporter, Rogers felt as though the writers of "M*A*S*H" were poorly developing his character, making him the "straight man to Alan Alda's endearingly wry Hawkeye character." This is a carousel with slides. When she died in 2010, her obituary noted that "her true talent and genius both on and off stage was making people at ease through laughter.". ", She continued acting up until 2000 there's a good chance you'd recognize her as the cook in "Clue" and then focused on watercolor painting, becoming deeply involved in her local art scene.

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