About Charlie Callas
Charlie Callas (born Charles Callias; December 20, 1927 - January 27, 2011) was an American actor and comedian, most commonly known for his work with Mel Brooks, Jerry Lewis, and Dean Martin, and for his many stand-up appearances on television talk shows in the 1970s. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he served in the United States Army during World War II and began his career as a drummer before turning to comedy. He was known for his facial expressions, trademark nervous chattering, and dark comedy, including a celebrated routine about two men duck hunting that he performed countless times on talk shows. He made nearly 50 appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and was a regular guest on The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast. He also played the restaurant owner Malcolm Argos on the series Switch (1975-1978) and voiced Elliott the Dragon in Disney's Pete's Dragon (1977). He died of natural causes at his home in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Who did Charlie Callas work with?
Charlie Callas, an American actor and comedian born Charles Callias, is most commonly known for his work with Mel Brooks, Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin.
What was Charlie Callas's comedy style?
He was known for his facial expressions, a trademark nervous chattering and dark comedy, including a celebrated routine about two men duck hunting.
How often was Charlie Callas on The Tonight Show?
Charlie Callas made nearly 50 appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and was a regular guest on The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast.
What did Charlie Callas do before comedy?
Born in Brooklyn, New York, on December 20, 1927, he served in the United States Army during World War II and started his career as a drummer.
Who did Charlie Callas voice in Pete's Dragon?
Charlie Callas voiced Elliott the Dragon in Disney's Pete's Dragon (1977), and he played restaurant owner Malcolm Argos on the series Switch (1975-1978).
