Joe Bologna has died at 82.
Hollywood writer and actor Joe Bologna died this weekend… TMZ has learned.
Joe — most known for roles in « My Favorite Year » and « Transylvania 6-5000 » died Sunday in Duarte, CA surrounded by family and friends … according to a statement.
He was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer 3 years ago, but succumbed to the disease in recent months.
Joe helped write and starred in a number of films and shows over his 60 year career, including titles such as « Blame it on Rio, » « Big Daddy, » and « Ice Age: The Meltdown. » He also starred in « What Now, Catherine Curtis? » alongside Lucille Ball as well as the TV musical sitcom « Rags to Riches. »
His writing credits are attached to projects like « Woman of the Year, » « Lovers and Other Strangers, » « Paradise, » « Good Penny » and many others.
Earlier this year, Bologna r eceived the Night of 100 Stars Oscar Gala Lifetime Achievement Award to celebrate his work in Hollywood.
Joe is survived by his wife, Ren é e Taylor, and his son, Gabriel. He was 82.
RIP
