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What is Leslie Nielsen’s Net Worth?
Leslie Nielsen, the Canadian-American actor and comedian, had a net worth of $20 million at the time of his death in 2010. He appeared in over 100 films and 150 television programs, playing more than 220 characters throughout his career.
Nielsen became well-known for his roles in the “Naked Gun” and “Airplane” film franchises, but his career began with his portrayal of Paul Jenson in the 1977 horror film “Day of the Animals.”
His breakthrough moment was playing Dr. Shirley Rumack in the popular spoof “Airplane!” in 1980, which led to his role as Detective Frank Drebin in the short-lived TV series “Police Squad!” in 1982.
Nielsen’s big break came in 1988 when he was cast in the full-length feature “Naked Gun: Files From the Police Squad,” which was followed by two successful sequels. He even published a fictitious autobiography titled “The Naked Truth” after the success of “Naked Gun 2 1/2: The Smell of Fear” in 1991.
Early Life and Career
Leslie Nielsen was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada on February 11, 1926. His mother was an immigrant from Wales and his father was from Denmark and worked as a constable in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Nielsen had a troubled childhood due to his father’s abusive behavior towards his family. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force. He then began working at a radio station while studying at the Lorne Greene Academy of Radio Arts in Toronto. Nielsen received a scholarship to the Neighborhood Playhouse and moved to New York City to pursue acting.
Leslie Nielsen’s Career Highlights
Leslie Nielsen began his acting career in the 1950s, but it wasn’t until the late 1950s that he started to land leading roles in films like “Forbidden Planet” and “Tammy and the Bachelor.” Throughout the 1960s, he appeared in multiple TV shows and films, including “Gunsmoke” and “Hawaii Five-O.” In the 1970s, he began to venture into comedy, with roles in “M*A*S*H” and “The Ringbanger.”
Nielsen’s big break in comedy came in the 1980s with the film “Airplane!” His deadpan delivery in the absurd events of the film made him an instant comedic success. He went on to star in the series “Police Squad!” and the “Naked Gun” film franchise, which spanned three movies.
In his later years, Nielsen continued to act, with appearances in parody films like “Scary Movie 3” and “Scary Movie 4.” He received many honors and accolades throughout his career, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and induction into Canada’s Walk of Fame.
Leslie Nielsen’s Marriages and Hobbies
During his life, Leslie Nielsen was married four times. His first marriage was to nightclub singer Monica Boyar in 1950. They were married for six years. In 1958, he married Alisande Ullman and they had two daughters together. They remained married until 1973. Brooks Oliver was his third wife from 1981 to 1983. His final marriage was to Barbaree Earl, whom he was married to from 2001 until his death in 2010.
Nielsen was known for his love of playing practical jokes and pranking people in his free time. He also enjoyed playing golf. Additionally, Nielsen was legally deaf and wore hearing aids for most of his life. He was a strong supporter of the Better Hearing Institute throughout his life.
Leslie Nielsen Dies from Pneumonia
Actor Leslie Nielsen was admitted to Holy Cross Hospital with pneumonia in November 2010. On November 28th, it was announced that he had passed away in his sleep from the illness. Nielsen’s body was buried in Fort Lauderdale’s Evergreen Cemetery.
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