It has been reported that actor and comedian Fred Willard passed away Friday night, May 15th. The cause of death has been reported to be from natural causes. Willard was 86 years old.
“He kept moving, working and making us happy until the very end. We loved him so very much!” said daughter Hope Willard in a recent statement.
Willard was easily one of the most loved comedians in Hollywood. From ‘Best in Show’ to his many appearances on the small screen, the actor spent over 50 years on our televisions and in our movie theaters.
Willard’s final role will be his posthumous appearance in Netflix’s upcoming Space Force, starring alongside Steve Carrell and created by Greg Daniels, which will start streaming on May 29th of this year.
Fred Willard’s spouse Mary passed away two years ago at 71 years old. They are survived by their daughter, Hope.
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