Jim Lange was an American actor who is best known for Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, Captain 11, and Amazing Stories. Born on August 15, 1932, in St. Paul, Minnesota, he had a successful career in television and film. He passed away on February 25, 2014, in Mill Valley, California.
Personal and Family Life
Jim Lange was married twice. His first wife was Fay Marie Madigan, from whom he divorced in 1975 and had three children. He later married Nancy Fleming in 1978, and they remained together until his death in 2014.
Death and Legacy
Jim Lange died from a heart attack on February 25, 2014. He is remembered for his distinctive presence on television, especially for closing shows with a unique catchphrase and his signature farewell of blowing a kiss to the audience. His work left a lasting impression on the entertainment industry.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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The Earth Day Special | 1990-04-22 | Self |
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind | 2002-12-31 | Self |
The Chuck Barris Story: My Life On The Edge | 2006-12-10 | Narrator (voice) |
Bewitched | 1964-09-17 | |
The Newlywed Game | 1966-07-11 | |
Laverne & Shirley | 1976-01-27 | |
The Dating Game | 1965-12-20 | |
Mina and the Count | 1995-11-05 | |
Amazing Stories | 1985-09-29 | Jim Lange |
Bullseye | 1980-09-01 | Self – Host |
The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! | 1989-09-04 | |
The Mike Douglas Show | 1961-12-11 | Self |