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On This Day: June 24, 1987 – Jackie Gleason Passes Away at Age 71

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On This Day: June 24, 1987 – Jackie Gleason Passes Away at Age 71.

On this day June 24, 1987, legendary actor and comedian Jackie Gleason passed away at the age of 71 from colon cancer. Known as one of the most influential entertainers of the 20th century, Gleason rose to fame through radio, film, and especially television. He was best known for his role as Ralph Kramden on the classic sitcom The Honeymooners, a series that became a cornerstone of early television and left an enduring mark on American comedy.

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