Charles Grodin Death: Bio, Wiki, Age, Family, Wife, Children, Movies, Net Worth

Charles Grodin Biography

Charles Grodin was an accomplished American actor, comedian, author, and television talk show host. Grodin started his acting profession in the 1960s featuring in TV serials including The Virginian. After a small part in Rosemary’s Baby in 1968, he played the lead in Elaine May’s The Heartbreak Kid and supporting roles in Mike Nichols’s Catch-22 and Warren Beatty’s Heaven Can Wait.

Charles Grodin Age

Grodin was 86 years old at the time of his death, he was born Charles Sidney Grodin on April 21, 1935, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America. He celebrated his birthday on April 21, every year, and his birth sign is Taurus.

Charles Grodin Death

Grodin died at the age of 86 years old on May 18, 2021, in Wilton, Connecticut. He died from bone marrow cancer at his home. He will be remembered for the great impact he brought on the entertainment industry. May his soul rest in peace.

Charles Grodin Education

Grodin was a highly educated and qualified person. He attended the University of Miami. He left without graduating to pursue his acting. He studied acting at HB studio in new york city under Uta Hagen.

Charles Grodin Family

Charles Grodin Parents and Siblings

Grodin was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Orthodox Jewish parents, Lena Grodin(mother), who worked in the family store and volunteered for disabled veterans, and Theodore I. Grodin(father), who sold wholesale supplies.

His paternal grandfather had changed the family name from Grodinsky to Grodin. His maternal grandfather was an emigrant from Russia who “came from a long line of rabbis” and moved to the Chesapeake Bay area at the turn of the 20th century. Grodin had an older brother, Jack.

Charles Grodin Wife

Charles Grodin Children

Grodin had two children: daughter Marion (a comedian), from his marriage to Julie Ferguson, and son, Nicholas, from his marriage to Elissa Durwood. For a period in the 2000s, Grodin gave up show business to be a stay-at-home dad to his children.

Charles Grodin Net Worth

Grodin has an estimated net worth of $12 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income was his career as an actor. Through his various sources of income, he had been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Charles Grodin Measurements and Facts

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Charles Grodin Wikipedia

• Full Names: Charles Sidney Grodin.
• Popular As: Charles Grodin.
• Gender: Male.
• Occupation / Profession: Actor.
• Nationality: America.
• Race / Ethnicity: White.
• Religion: Christian.
• Sexual Orientation: Straight.

Charles Grodin Birthday

• Zodiac Sign: Taurus.
• Date of Birth: April 21, 1935.
• Place of Birth: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
• Date of Death: May 18, 2021(Aged 86 Years Old).
• Place of Death: Wilton, Connecticut.
• Birthday: April 21.

Charles Grodin Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Theodore I. Grodin.
• Mother: Lena Grodin.
• Siblings (Brother): Jack.
• Marital Status: Was Married.
• Wife/Spouse: Was Married to Elissa Durwood.
• Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable.
• Children: Two.

Charles Grodin Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $12 million dollars as of 2021.

Charles Grodin Actor

Throughout the early 1960s, Grodin featured in very small parts in series such as ‘Armstrong Circle Theatre’ and ‘Have Gun-Will Travel.’ In 1964, he featured in the film ‘Sex and the College Girls’ and carried on with TV series such as ‘Shane,’ ‘The Iron Horse,’ ‘The F.B.I.,’ and ‘The Virginian.’ Ace director Roman Polanski signed him for a small but crucial role in his 1968 cult horror film ‘Rosemary’s Baby,’ where, for the first time, his acting skills were praised.

By the late 60s, Grodin got involved with Broadway as a director. He directed ‘Hooray! It’s a Glorious Day.. and all That!,’ and ‘Lovers and Other Strangers.’ His comic brilliance was appreciated by the critics and the audiences alike. Popular singers Simon and Garfunkel signed him to direct their 1969 television special ‘Songs of America.’

Notwithstanding his limited achievement in the industry, he wanted to do only the meatier parts by the early 70s. This proved very bad for his career and haunted him for years.

Grodin rejected the film ‘The Graduate,’ by the producer Lawrence Truman, saying that the pay was too low. Lawrence promised him that the part would take his career to new heights, but Charles wasn’t convinced. The role finally went to Dustin Hoffman and the rest is history.

By the onset of the 70s, he was already being hailed as one of the most promising comedy stars and he proved this with his stellar performances in many successful comedy films.

In 1970, he featured in the film ‘Catch-22’ and followed it up with the first leading role of his career in ‘The Heartbreak Kid,’ a comedy film. He was nominated for a ‘Golden Globe Award’ for his role in ‘The Heartbreak Kid.’

In the coming years, he further proved his talent with films, such as ’11 Harrowhouse,’ ‘King Kong,’ and ‘Heaven can Wait.’ In all these movies, he proved his mettle as a brilliant actor. Despite his established movie career, he remained loyal to his stage and Broadway productions.

In the 80s, he bagged several key roles in renowned films, including ‘The Great Muppet Caper.’ In the film, he played the role of a jewel thief who develops a romantic inclination towards a woman. He further featured in another successful film ‘The Incredible Shrinking Woman,’ a science fiction comedy film. The film was a critical disaster but he was appreciated for his performance.

His 1980 film ‘Seems Like Old Times’ received some great reviews upon its release. Thereafter, he starred opposite Robert De Niro in the action comedy film ‘Midnight Run.’

The film was a huge commercial and critical success and Charles’ role as the best buddy of De Niro met with applauds. In the 90s, several sequels to the film were made without featuring any of the main cast.

In the mid to late 80s, Grodin stayed away from comic roles and played white-collar professionals instead. He played the role of a prosperous psychiatrist in the film ‘The Couch Trip,’ an advertising executive in ‘Taking Care of Business,’ and a CIA agent in ‘Ishtar.’ ‘Ishtar’ was a successful action-adventure comedy co-starring Dustin Hoffman.

‘Ishtar’ is known to be one of the highly polarizing films in the history of Hollywood, with many critics calling it a great film and others absolutely hating it. The business was hence affected and the big-budget film bombed at the box office. For the most part of the late 80s, Charles stayed away from acting and appeared only in a few television series and talk shows.

In 1992, he made a solid comeback with the kid’s comedy film ‘Beethoven’ and reprised his role in its 1993 sequel ‘Beethoven’s 2nd.’ In 1994, he played the leading role in a small film ‘It Runs in the Family.’ He then took a long break from acting and appeared in the 2006 film ‘The Ex.’

Apart from films and TV, Charles has been a highly loved talk show host for ‘The Charles Grodin Show,’ ’60 Minutes II,’ and he has also appeared on ‘Late Night Show,’ ‘The Tonight Show,’ Saturday Night Live,’ and Late Night with David Letterman.’ He has also authored several bestselling books, such as ‘It Would be so Nice if You Were Not Here’ and ‘If I Only Knew then. Learning from my Mistakes.’

Charles Grodin Awards

• Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy in 1972
• Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Program in 1978
• Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor in1980
• Valladolid International Film Festival Award for Best Actor in 1988
• Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1993
• American Comedy Award for Funniest Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture in1993
• William Kunstler Award for Racial Justice in 2006

Frequently Asked Questions About Charles Grodin

Who is Charles Grodin?

Grodin was an accomplished American actor, comedian, author, and television talk show host. Grodin started his acting profession in the 1960s featuring in TV serials including The Virginian.

How old is Charles Grodin?

Grodin was an American national born on April 21, 1935, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Is Charles Grodin married?

Yes, Grodin was married to Elissa Durwood. They got married and together they are blessed with two children.

How much is Charles Grodin worth?

Grodin has a net worth of $12 million dollars as of 2021. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the entertainment industry.

Is Charles Grodin dead or alive?

Grodin died at the age of 86 years old on May 18, 2021, in Wilton, Connecticut. He died from bone marrow cancer at his home.

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