Jack Albertson
1907–1981 · Malden, Massachusetts, USA
Jack Albertson (June 16, 1907 – November 25, 1981) was an American character actor dating to vaudeville. A comedian, dancer, singer, and musician, Albertson is perhaps best known for his roles as Manny Rosen in The Poseidon Adventure (1972), Grandpa Joe in the 1971 version of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Amos Slade in the 1981 animated film "The Fox and the Hound" (1981), and as Ed Brown in the 1974-1978 television sitcom Chico and the Man. For contributions to the television industry, Jack Albertson was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6253 Hollywood Boulevard.
Born 16 Jun 1907 · Died 25 Nov 1981
Acted in 29
After They Were Famous
2002
Self (archive footage)
Dead & Buried
1981
William G. Dobbs
The Fox and the Hound
1981
Amos Slade (voice)
Grandpa Goes to Washington
1978
Mitzi & 100 Guys
1975
Self
Chico and the Man
1974
Ed Brown
The Poseidon Adventure
1972
Manny Rosen
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
1971
Grandpa Joe
The Subject Was Roses
1968
John Cleary
Here Come the Brides
1968
Run, Buddy, Run
1966
How to Murder Your Wife
1965
Dr. Bentley
