Gary Owens
Radio host and voice actor
Born
1934
91 years ago
Died
February 12th, 2015
10 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Worked extensively in radio, serving as a host and voice actor. Gained recognition for work on programs such as 'Laugh-In' and 'The Gary Owens Show'. Contributed voice work to various cartoons, notably 'Space Ghost' and 'The Addams Family'. Spent several decades in the entertainment industry, becoming a prominent figure in voice acting and radio broadcasting.
Hosted 'The Gary Owens Show'
Provided voice for characters in 'Space Ghost'
Appeared on 'Laugh-In'
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