Eugene Greytak was an American actor best known for his roles in Hot Shots! (1991), Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994), and Sister Act (1992).
Personal and Family Life
Eugene Greytak was born on November 14, 1925, in Trumbull, Connecticut. He was married to Dorothy and they had two children together. Before becoming an actor, he worked as a real estate broker in Los Angeles. He began his acting career by impersonating Pope John Paul II, encouraged by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Death and Legacy
Eugene Greytak passed away on February 28, 2010, in North Tustin, California, due to cancer. His legacy includes a unique career that blended his faith and acting skills, gaining recognition for his Pope impersonations. His sister and brother both died seven months apart in 2015.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Just the Ticket | 1998-02-01 | The Pope |
| Miss Cast Away | 2004-11-10 | Your Holiness |
| Repossessed | 1990-09-14 | The Pope |
| Hot Shots! | 1991-07-31 | Pope John Paul II |
| Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult | 1994-03-18 | Pope |
| The Golden Girls | 1985-09-14 | Pope |
| Ally McBeal | 1997-09-08 | Pope |
| ALF | 1986-09-22 | Pope John Paul II |
| Night Court | 1984-01-04 | Pope |
| Everybody Loves Raymond | 1996-09-13 | The Pope |