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On This Day August 26 1986 – Actor Ted Knight Passed Away at Age 62 From Colon Cancer

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On This Day August 26 1986 – Actor Ted Knight Passed Away at Age 62 From Colon Cancer.

On this day August 26 1986, beloved actor Ted Knight passed away at the age of 62 from colon cancer. Known for his comedic timing and unforgettable voice, Knight left behind a legacy of laughter and memorable television performances.

He became a household name for his role as the pompous and lovable Ted Baxter on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, a performance that earned him two Emmy Awards. In the 1980s, Knight starred in Too Close for Comfort, playing cartoonist Henry Rush. The series was a...
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