It’s Been Swell: Celebs Who Passed Away in 2021

Charles Grodin – Comedy (86)

An icon of American comedy since the ‘80s, Charles Grodin never stopped impressing everyone with each performance. His endless books and plays that he wrote got him an Emmy in 1977 for his Paul Simon Special, and that was only the beginning.

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Grodin also starred in many movies, including The Great Muppet Caper, Midnight Run, and Beethoven. He took the public by storm back in the day, but things are not made to last. He passed in the spring of 2021. His career remains an example for the comedy and acting scene.

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