Jack Albertson

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.

Jack Albertson has built a filmography of 15 credits over a career spanning from 1956 to 1981.

Jack Albertson's most notable role to date came in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971), where he played Grandpa Joe. He also appeared in The Fox and the Hound (1981) as Amos Slade (voice). Most recently appeared in The Poseidon Adventure (1972) as Manny Rosen.

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