Tim Conway, who made generations of Americans laugh on TV shows such as"McHale's Navy" and"The Carol Burnett Show," died Tuesday morning, his publicist said., most recently in 2008 for his role as a guest star in the comedy show"30 Rock."
The actor's first big break in Hollywood came on"McHale's Navy," when Conway was cast to play Ensign Charles Parker. He was nominated for a best supporting actor Emmy in 1963.But he'll probably be best known for his work on"Carol Burnett," the iconic 1970s sketch comedy show that included the likes of Burnett, Conway, Harvey Korman, Lyle Waggoner and Vicki Lawrence.
Tim Conway and Carol Burnett share a laugh during the taping of the final episode of "The Carol Burnett Show" in 1978.Conway won Emmys for best supporting performer in 1973, 1977 and 1978 from his"Burnett" work."He was one in a million, not only as a brilliant comedian but as a loving human being. I cherish the times we had together both on the screen and off. He’ll be in my heart forever.
Even after his time on"Burnett," Conway kept working and remained a relevant comedy force. In the 1980s, he produced a series of popular comedy VHS tapes with the character"Dorf," a diminutive persona that hilariously tried to teach viewers how to play golf and baseball. He later made an impact on later generations as the voice of Barnacle Boy on the popular animated series"Sponge Bob Square Pants."
So sad.
Loved him 😢
Conway isn't dead he simply moved on. Remember that you atheists 😀😄😅😊☺️🙂🤩
I loved him as a champion jockey st Santa Anita.
The Carol Burnett Show was loaded with talent, and Tim was as talented as anyone in the cast. I grew up on this show and wish there was a show like this now.
Great funny guy back in the day!! Will be missed. I still act out the ' I'm picking up speed now' skit
I loved watching him on Carol Burnett! Always had me laughing. RIP
Absolute legend. One of the funniest ever. Rip Tim. 🙏🏻
Damn, my guy is gone, Tim Conway was a superstar, I don't mean a Hollywood superstar, I mean a real super Nova beyond our skies, star, too Mr. Conways family, my condolence, RIP Mr. Conway😭
RIP
as they say, just a funny person who made a few Generations laugh! RIP!
One hell of a comedic actor. Always. RIP.
He would make me laugh. RIP
Tim Conway will be missed so much, many laughs because of him.
Awwww. RIP. You brought so much genuine laughter into our home when I was young. Godspeed.
My dad, who just passed away himself, used to direct Conway back in Cleveland when his name was Tom. Nicest guy ever.
BLESS YOUR KIND HEART TIM CONWAY......RIP 🙏