Gallagher the watermelon-smashing comedian has died at 76

By Maahir Nov 01, 2022

Gallagher rose to stardom in the 1980s through his cable specials and constant touring, performing unusually interactive shows.

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Broke a watermelon and showered the audience with morsels of food and a fountain of disgusting humor.

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He was 76 years old when he died. Died on November 11 at his home in Palm Springs, California.

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Gallagher rose to stardom in the 1980s through his cable specials and constant touring, performing unusually interactive shows.

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His former manager says he is receiving care after several heart attacks. His cause of death was multiple organ failure.

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His thick moustache, hair and berets and Charles shirt are his specialty.

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Gallaghar made a distinction in 1980 by stabbing watermelons with wooden mallets and sprinkling them on the audience.

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