Gene Wilder, 83, 1933-2016

Gene Wilder kept his audiences enthralled by genius comedic roles and uniquely eccentric appearances in many films. Touted as one of America’s most delightful comic actors, his secret was making the act appear realistic rather than focusing on being funny. Perhaps that is the reason why people related to him and lined up to support the star.

The comedian was not only famous for impersonating Charlie Chaplin but was also a prolific writer and published several books, including a memoir and two novels. Gene left the world a sadder place in 2016 after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and we truly miss him every day!