Michael Alaimo (actor)
Michael Alaimo | |
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 Alaimo in The Kentucky Fried Movie, 1977 | |
| Born | Michael Lawrence Alaimo November 19, 1938 Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Died | May 2, 2025 (aged 86) Burbank, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Brooklyn College |
| Occupation(s) | Film, stage and television actor |
Michael Lawrence Alaimo (November 19, 1938 – May 2, 2025) was an American film, stage and television actor.
Life and career
Alaimo was born in Brooklyn, New York,[1] the son of Frank and Isabelle Alaimo. He attended Brooklyn College, studying theatre. He acted at the New York Shakespeare Festival from 1961 to 1964.[2] He began his screen career in 1964, appearing in the film Hamlet. In 1966, he appeared in the film The Love Merchant.[3]
Later in his career, Alaimo made his television debut in the CBS detective television series Barnaby Jones. In 1979, he starred as the title character's employer Norval Shadrack in the CBS sitcom television series Billy, starring along with Steve Guttenberg, James Gallery, Peggy Pope, Paula Trueman and Bruce Talkington.[4][5] He guest-starred in numerous television programs including Barney Miller, Lou Grant, The Six Million Dollar Man, Eight Is Enough, Dynasty, Hill Street Blues, Cheers, The Paper Chase, Night Court and The Drew Carey Show. He also appeared in numerous films such as The China Syndrome, Space Jam, Mr. Mom, All I Want for Christmas, She's Out of Control and The Kentucky Fried Movie.[3]
Alaimo retired from acting in 2018, last appearing in the film Frank & Ava.[3]
Death
Alaimo died on May 2, 2025, at his home in Burbank, California, at the age of 86.[6][7]
References
- ^ "'F.T.A.' on Film: Jane Fonda's Troops Become Stars". Austin American-Statesman. Austin, Texas. June 17, 1972. p. 41. Retrieved August 16, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Mautner, Chris (May 23, 2025). "Acclaimed 'China Syndrome,' 'Space Jam' actor dies at 86". The Patriot-News. Retrieved August 16, 2025.
- ^ a b c "Michael Alaimo List of Movies and TV Shows". TV Guide. Retrieved August 16, 2025.
- ^ "On the cover..." The Herald-News. Passaic, New Jersey. March 18, 1979. p. 82. Retrieved August 16, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Brooks, Tim; Marsh, Earle (1999). The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows 1946-Present. Ballantine Books. p. 146. ISBN 9780345429230 – via Google Books.
- ^ Hinton, Matt (May 21, 2025). "Michael Alaimo, 'Space Jam' and 'The China Syndrome' Actor, Dies at 86". Variety. Retrieved August 16, 2025.
- ^ Brancolini, Janna (May 22, 2025). "'Cheers' and 'Space Jam' Star Dies at 86". The Daily Beast. Retrieved August 16, 2025.