Lou Jacobi was a Canadian-American actor who is best known for I.Q., Irma la Douce, and Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex But Were Afraid to Ask. Born on December 28, 1913, in Toronto, he gained fame for both his acting and comedy. He passed away on October 23, 2009, in Manhattan, New York City.
Personal and Family Life
Lou Jacobi was married to Ruth Ludwin from July 15, 1957, until her death on May 12, 2004. He was not just an actor but also a stand-up comic and had a passion for music, as he played the violin. His talent for comedy led him to create a variety of humorous records during his career.
Death and Legacy
Jacobi died on October 23, 2009, in Manhattan, New York City. His contributions to both film and comedy left a lasting impression on audiences. He was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame, where he was honored with a cement star outside Roy Thomson Hall.
Filmography
Title
Release Date
Character
Avalon
1990-10-05
Gabriel Krichynsky
The Diary of Anne Frank
1959-03-18
Hans Van Daan
Irma la Douce
1963-06-05
Moustache
My Favorite Year
1982-10-01
Uncle Morty
I.Q.
1994-12-24
Kurt Gödel
Next Stop, Greenwich Village
1976-02-04
Herb
Little Murders
1971-02-09
Judge Stern
The Boss’ Wife
1986-01-01
Harry Taphorn
Song Without End
1960-08-11
Potin
Roseland
1977-10-02
Stan
Penelope
1966-11-10
Ducky
A Kid for Two Farthings
1955-08-15
Blackie Isaacs
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex But Were Afraid to Ask
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