Don Adams
Don Adams (April 13, 1923 – September 25, 2005), born Donald James Yarmy, was an American actor, comedian and director. He was best known for his role as Maxwell Smart (Agent 86) in the TV situation comedy Get Smart (1965–1970, 1995), for which he also directed and wrote. Adams won three consecutive Emmy Awards for his role (1967–1969). He was also famous for voicing the cartoon characters Tennessee Tuxedo and Inspector Gadget.
Don Adams | |
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 Adams in July 1969 | |
| Born | Donald James Yarmy April 13, 1923 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | September 25, 2005 (aged 82) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Cancer |
| Burial place | Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Los Angeles, California U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | DeWitt Clinton High School |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian, director |
| Years active | 1954–2000 |
| Known for | Acting roles: "Maxwell Smart/Agent 86" in Get Smart "Inspector Gadget (voice)" in Inspector Gadget "Tennessee Tuxedo" |
| Spouse(s) | Judy Luciano (1977–1990, divorced) Dorothy Bracken (1960–1976, divorced) Adelaide Efantis Adams (1945–1960, divorced) |
| Children | 7 |
| Parent(s) | William Yarmy, Consuelo Morgan |
| Awards | Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor - Comedy Series 1967, 1968, 1969 – Get Smart |
Other websites
- Don Adams on IMDb
- Don Adams at TV.com
- The Get Smart Page
- Don Adams, Television's Maxwell Smart, Dies at 82
- When Being Funny Means Having to Say You're Sorry About That, Chief
- Guardian obituary and obituary letter
- Find A Grave link
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