Gallagher, comedian known for watermelon-smashing routine, dies at 76

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The comedian known as Gallagher, who became popular for his act that included smashing watermelons, has died after a recent health battle. He was 76.

Comedian Gallagher, best known for his watermelon-smashing comedy routine and many popular specials in the 1980s, died on November 11.Comedian Gallagher, best known for his watermelon-smashing comedy routine and many popular specials in the 1980s, died Friday morning, according his manager Craig Marquardo. He was 76.

Gallagher, born Leo Gallagher, became a household name in the early '80s with a comedy special titled "An Uncensored Evening," the first comedy stand up special ever to air on cable television, according to an obituary shared by Marquardo.

 

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He's smashing watermelons in heaven. :,(

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