Australian movie actors deceased in Intracranial aneurysm
Here are 1 famous actors from Australia died in Intracranial aneurysm:
Michael St. Clair
Michael St. Clair (December 20, 1922 Sydney-November 22, 2001 Los Angeles) also known as Mike St. Clair was an Australian actor and ventriloquist.
He started his career in entertainment as a drummer in Australia before switching his focus to ventriloquism. St. Clair eventually moved to the United States in the early 1950s and appeared in numerous television shows, stage productions, commercials, and films throughout his career.
He was best known for his ventriloquist act with his puppet "Danny O'Day", which he performed on various TV shows such as The Ed Sullivan Show and The Dean Martin Show. St. Clair also appeared in popular TV shows such as The Twilight Zone, The Andy Griffith Show, and The Beverly Hillbillies.
In addition to his entertainment career, St. Clair was also a skilled pilot who flew his own airplane to various performances and engagements. He died at the age of 78 from lung cancer in Los Angeles, California.
St. Clair was born on December 20, 1922, in Sydney, Australia. He grew up in a musical family and showed an interest in percussion from an early age. He went on to become a drummer for various bands in Australia before discovering his talent for ventriloquism. He developed his skills in this area and it wasn't long before he became a well-known figure on Australian television.
In the early 1950s, St. Clair relocated to the United States to pursue bigger opportunities in entertainment. He quickly caught the attention of many producers and directors and was soon appearing on some of the biggest television shows of the time. He also landed roles in films such as Pal Joey and A Ticklish Affair.
Despite his success on screen, St. Clair remained dedicated to his puppet "Danny O'Day" and continued performing as a ventriloquist throughout his career. He also became a skilled pilot, flying his own airplane to various performances and engagements.
St. Clair's career spanned several decades and he remained active in the entertainment industry until his death in 2001 from lung cancer. He was remembered by his colleagues and fans as a talented performer and a kind and generous man.
St. Clair was also an active member of the Screen Actors Guild and served on the board of directors for many years. He was an advocate for actor's rights and worked to improve working conditions and benefits for fellow performers. St. Clair was also involved in charitable organizations and regularly donated to causes he believed in, such as children's hospitals and cancer research. He was known for his generosity and his willingness to help those in need. St. Clair is survived by his wife and two children. His legacy as a skilled performer and dedicated humanitarian continues to live on today.