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Art Carney was an American actor and comedian who lived from 1918 to 2003 and became one of the most recognizable entertainers of his era. He is remembered for his versatile performances across television, film, and stage, making significant contributions to American entertainment during the mid-to-late 20th century.
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Born Arthur William Matthew Carney in Mount Vernon, New York, he gained lifelong fame for his portrayal of upstairs neighbor and sewer worker Ed Norton opposite Jackie Gleason's Ralph Kramden in the popular television comedy show The Honeymooners. Art Carney also had many screen and stage roles, including the portrayal on Broadway of Felix Unger in The Odd Couple (opposite Walter Matthau as Oscar). He was nominated for seven Emmy Awards. Carney had been a busy radio actor before being drafted as
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- Born
- Arthur William Matthew Carney , ( 1918-11-04 ) November 4, 1918, Mount Vernon, New York , U.S.
- Died
- November 9, 2003 (2003-11-09) (aged 85), Chester, Connecticut , U.S.
- Resting place
- Riverside Cemetery, Old Saybrook, Connecticut, U.S.
- Occupations
- Actor comedian
- Years active
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Arthur William Matthew Carney (November 4, 1918 – November 9, 2003) was an American actor and comedian. A recipient of an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and six Primetime Emmy Awards, he was best known for his role as Ed Norton on the sitcom The Honeymooners (1955–1956).
His film roles include Harry and Tonto (1974), The Late Show (1977), House Calls (1978), Going in Style (1979), Firestarter, The Muppets Take Manhattan (both 1984), Last Action Hero (1993), and the Star Wars Holiday Special.
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