Del Close
Born: 1934-03-09
Birthplace: Manhattan, Kansas, USA
Biography
Del Close (March 9, 1934 – March 4, 1999) was an American actor, writer, and teacher who coached many of the best-known comedians and comic actors of the late twentieth century. In addition to an acting career in television and film, he was one of the influences on modern improvisational theater. Close is co-founder of the ImprovOlympic (iO).
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Known For
The Untouchables
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
A League of Their Own
The Blob
Thief
American Graffiti
Next of Kin
Fat Man and Little Boy
Thank You, Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon
Light of Day
Top Movie Credits
The Untouchables
Alderman
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
English Teacher
A League of Their Own
Baseball Owner (uncredited)
The Blob
Reverend Meeker
Thief
Mechanic #1
American Graffiti
Man at Bar (Guy)
Next of Kin
Frank
Fat Man and Little Boy
Dr. Kenneth Whiteside
Thank You, Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon
Self (archive footage)
Light of Day
Dr. Natterson