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Leo Anthony Gallagher Jr. (July 24, 1946 – November 11, 2022), known simply as Gallagher, was an American comedian who became one of the most recognizable comedic performers of the 1980s for his prop and observational routine that included the signature act of smashing a watermelon on stage with a wooden sledgehammer. For more than 30 years ...
Nov 13, 2022 · COMEDIAN Leo Anthony Gallagher, widely known as Gallagher, has died, according to his manager. Gallagher passed away early on Friday morning in the Palm Springs region while receiving hospice care, TMZ reported.
Nov 12, 2022 · NEW YORK — Gallagher, the long-haired, smash-'em-up comedian who left a trail of laughter, anger and shattered watermelons over a decadeslong career, has died at age 76.
Nov 12, 2022 · Iconic comedian Gallagher passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022, at the age of 76. Gallagher is known for his unique brand of prop-based comedy, the Sledge-O-Matic. At the time of...
Nov 11, 2022 · Gallagher, the prop comic who made a name for himself smashing watermelons, has died. He was 76. The comedian's agent confirmed the news to PEOPLE on Friday, sharing that he had "succumbed to his...
Nov 11, 2022 · Gallagher, the beloved comedian who rose to prominence on The Tonight Show and famously smashed watermelons throughout his illustrious stand-up career, has died at age 76.
Nov 11, 2022 · Gallagher died while under hospice care in the Palm Springs area early Friday morning, TMZ has learned. His manager tells TMZ Gallagher died of massive organ failure.
