Ed T. McDonnell was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Major Mudd Show, Fantasmic Features, and The Outlaws Is Coming.
Personal and Family Life
Ed T. McDonnell was born on September 30, 1926, in Pennsylvania. He married Margaret Elizabeth Huber on November 15, 1954, and they had six children together. His children include Edward Francis, Siobhan Lorraine, Debra Anne, Sean Joseph, Matthew Thomas, and Gary Patrick McDonnell.
Career Highlights
McDonnell gained fame as the host of The Major Mudd Show, a popular children’s program in New England that aired from 1961 to 1975. He also lent his voice to the puppet horror movie host Feep in Fantasmic Features. His work in children’s entertainment made him a beloved figure during his time.
Death and Legacy
Ed T. McDonnell passed away on October 30, 1979, in Massachusetts due to kidney failure. He was posthumously inducted into The Official Horror Host Hall of Fame in 2016, recognizing his contributions to children’s television and horror hosting.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| The Thomas Crown Affair | 1968 | Boston Police Officer at Roadblock (uncredited) |
| The Gospel Blimp | 1967 | Short (as Ed McDonnell) |
| The Outlaws Is Coming | 1964 | Bat Masterson |
| Fantasmic Features | 1963–1964 | Feep (voice) |
| The Major Mudd Show | 1961-1975 | Major Mudd |