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Harvey Korman, the tall, versatile comedian who won four Emmys for his outrageously funny contributions to "The Carol Burnett Show" and on the big screen in "Blazing Saddles," died Thursday. He was 81.

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    david_nwpa4 months, 2 weeks ago

    Harvey Korman starred or appeared in numerous movies and television shows from the Carol Burnett show of the 1970s, to Mama's Family in the 1980s, and the Apple Dumpling Gang from Walt Disney. He was a talented comedian and will be sorely missed.

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      smithichie4 months, 2 weeks ago

      RIP

      I can't decide between my two favorite Korman preformances, either as Dr. Charles Montague, in High Anxiety. Or as Hedley Lamarr in Blazing Saddles.

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        libsRfunny4 months, 2 weeks ago

        Hedley Lamarr, hands down. "It's 'Hedley'"

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        david_nwpa4 months, 2 weeks ago

        I thought he was a riot on the Carol Burnett show as Ed from the Ed and Eunice sketches. His credits are just to extensive to list here. Indeed, RIP, Hedley.

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          Shay4 months, 2 weeks ago

          Ed and Eunice were my favorite as well. I especially loved when they made appearances on Mama's Family.

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          TimALoftis4 months, 2 weeks ago

          I loved the Korman and Tim Conway sketches on Carol Burnett. TV at its best

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            lvrofwolves4 months, 2 weeks ago

            When I was little I'd snuggle on the couch with Mom and we'd laugh and laugh at the Carol Burnett show, especially Ed and Tim C, so funny!! especially when they couldn't keep a straight face at times. those were the days!

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            lvrofwolves4 months, 2 weeks ago

            That was great, see how Harvey tries to control himself from laughing! LOL loved it!

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            Alexia4 months, 2 weeks ago

            This man made me laugh for years. I still quote "History Of The World, Part 1" because of him... Good night, Harvey.

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              ghengisghan4 months, 2 weeks ago

              WE lost two great comedians this week. They would have most people laughing so hard your stomach hurt...all without on profane word or act.RIP Mr Korman :(

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                SAAB76994 months, 2 weeks ago

                It's sad to hear about his passing.He did have a great life though.

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                  jaern4 months, 2 weeks ago

                  What a great comic. Rest in peace.

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                    rushran4 months, 2 weeks ago

                    you will be missed a very funny man . GOD REST YOUR SOUL. HEAVEN IS A FUNNIER PLACE NOW

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                      wtagg4 months, 2 weeks ago

                      A true talent.

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                        1basque14 months, 2 weeks ago

                        He use to make me laugh till tears ran down my face...What a true comic.

                        My condolences to his family.

                        He is in a better place..

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                          saintetienne4 months, 2 weeks ago

                          First Suzanne Pleshette, now Harvey Korman....

                          (SIGH....) The truly talented people are disappearing, leaving us with.... well, I'll let you fill in your own talent-free celebutard that passes for an entertainer these days.

                          Harvey Korman was a true professional, and leaves a lasting mark on the world of entertainment. He was actually funny, unlike most performers these days. His "Mother Marcus" routine on the Carol Burnett Show should be entered into the Smithsonian.

                          You are irreplacable, Harvey. We will miss you. :(

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                            david_nwpa4 months, 2 weeks ago

                            A thousand apologies, saintienne. I did mean to hit positive for you. Your comments are spot on.

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                            vor4 months, 2 weeks ago

                            I'm not sure another performer ever gave me more laughs. For years my family would sit down and watch "The Carol Burnett Show" together. But Harvey always stole the show for me. I don't know if I ever laughed harder than the Gone with the Wind parody which they called just ..."the Wind". When Carol started walking down the steps of Tara wearing the curtains with the rod still through the back, the expression on Harvey's face was priceless. "Scarlett, you've never looked more beautiful, that dress is stunning". The cast was so funny they often cracked each other up.

                            And of course Hedley Lamarr, "that's Hedley", will always be one of the all-time comedic portrayals. He of the "swirling rivulets of thought". I can watch Blazing Saddles any time I am down and laugh the pain away. We were just discussing this a few weeks back.

                            A sad day. There is a little less laughter in the world today.

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                              Charlson4 months, 2 weeks ago

                              Harvey will live on in the digital world with his performances recorded for posterity!

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                                Radiofreeeuropa4 months, 2 weeks ago

                                A lot less I fear...

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                                  Wolfie20074 months, 2 weeks ago

                                  Considering what passes for comedy these days, how did Harvey, Carol and Tim manage to be so funny when they never used any four letter words or got down in the gutter for humor.

                                  I know the angels are giggling in heaven today. Go to a good rest Harvey, you deserve it for all the pleasure you brought to the world.

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                                    hefaa14 months, 2 weeks ago

                                    My Favorites:

                                    1. Count the Monet (Money): In History Of The World, Part 1" Him and King Mel Brooks at Louie's Palace. "It's Good To Be the King." LOL

                                    2. Hedley Lamarr, "Blazing Saddles" He played off of Mel Brooks like a pro. Him, Mel Brooks and Cleavon Little in the Governor's office. Classic

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                                      pc254 months, 2 weeks ago

                                      Great Comic, RIP, and God Bless

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                                        Harbeas4 months, 2 weeks ago

                                        What a gift it is to make people laugh. Harvey Korman had that ability. Korman was irreplacable on the Carol Burnett show.

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                                          Mutainia4 months, 2 weeks ago

                                          He was funny, but, he wasn't a good actor. Good actors don't laugh at their matterial during skits. Now, Tim Conway, HE could keep a straight face even during the FUNNIEST of bits...good acting there.

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                                            ConquistadorForLife4 months, 2 weeks ago

                                            he was ok actor

                                            god bless him

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                                              chevydog4 months, 1 week ago

                                              A great comedian and a professional. RIP Harvey.

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                                                y_soitenly4 months, 1 week ago

                                                He was a very funny man. The acts he did with Tim Conway were always hilarious. The Carol Burnett Show was one of my favorites to watch as a kid. I loved him in Blazing Saddles, too.

                                                Now he's just a fond memory to me, but a memory I won't soon forget.

                                                Rest in peace Harvey Korman.

                                                He will be missed.

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