Fred Willard, comedy legend from 'Best in Show' and 'A Mighty Wind,' is dead at 86

Legendary actor, writer, and comedian Fred Willard died on Friday at the age of 86.

He may be best known to 2020 publics for his persona on Modern Family, where he represented Phil’s dad Frank. But Willard has a long history in Hollywood, including a tedious and creatively beneficial relation with mockumentary ruler Christopher Guest.

Willard’s career started in the New York City comedy scene of the 1950 s, where he first made a name for himself as one half of a slapstick duo alongside Vic Grecco. He later performed with Second City in Chicago and co-founded the improv humor troupe, Ace Trucking Company, which entered innumerable figures on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. Read more …

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