Gilbert Jeremy Gottfried (February 28, 1955 – April 12, 2022) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was best known for his exaggerated shrill voice, strong New York dialect, his squint, and …

He was one of the most sought-after comedians, and regularly performed live to sold-out audiences across North America. Gottfried died of ventricular tachycardia at the age of 67, leaving behind his …

Apr 12, 2022 · Gottfried died at 2:35 p.m. ET Tuesday from recurrent ventricular tachycardia due to myotonic dystrophy type II, said Glenn Schwartz, his longtime friend and publicist.

Feb 28, 2025 · Gilbert Gottfried left an indelible mark on the comedy world. His unique voice, relentless humor, and fearless attitude towards comedy paved the way for future generations of comedians.

With his high-pitched voice and often edgy humor, Gottfried has left an indelible mark on the world of comedy as one of the most recognizable and iconic comedians of his generation.

Apr 23, 2024 · German form of Godfrey. This name was borne by the 13th-century German poet Gottfried von Strassburg and the German philosopher and mathematician Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz …

Apr 2, 2014 · Stand-up comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried was known for his trademark screeching voice and fearless humor.

Apr 12, 2022 · Gilbert Gottfried was a comedian and actor known for his comically screechy persona and for voice roles including Iago the parrot in Disney’s “Aladdin” and the Aflac Duck.

Apr 12, 2022 · After spending several years mastering the art of stand-up comedy, producers of the legendary NBC late night comedy show Saturday Night Live became aware of Gottfried and, in 1980, …

His portrayal of the mischievous sidekick became so popular that he became known as the "Iago Guy." Gottfried has voiced the character numerous times in animated films and video games. "Iago was a …