1. Frederick Albert Travalena III was an American entertainer, specializing in comedy and impressions.
10 Facts About Fred Travalena
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Bronx, New York-born and Long Island-raised, Travalena moved to Los Angeles and developed a multifaceted career with his characterizations of visible public figures.
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Fred Travalena had several voice credits on cartoons, as well as appearances on nationally broadcast children's programs.
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In 1978, Fred Travalena portrayed Top-40 DJ "Mad Man" Mancuso in The Buddy Holly Story, starring Gary Busey in the title role.
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In 1982, Fred Travalena played Bogey Orangutan from Shirt Tales.
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Fred Travalena guest starred in the series premiere of the short-lived 1991 sitcom Good Sports with Ryan O'Neal and Farrah Fawcett.
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In 1993, Fred Travalena hosted the game show Baby Races, which aired on the Family Channel for 26 episodes from September 12,1993 to March 6,1994.
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Fred Travalena appeared at casino theaters in Las Vegas, Reno, and Atlantic City, as well as performing arts theaters, cruise ships, and private "in-concert" performances.
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Fred Travalena was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2002 and prostate cancer in 2003.
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Fred Travalena died on June 28,2009, at his home in Encino, California.