Ronnie Schell, a character actor and comedian known for his work on the CBS sitcom “Gomer Pyle: U.S.M.C.,” dies at age 94. Multiple outlets report that Schell died of natural causes in Los Angeles. Deadline and Variety state that his death was confirmed by his family and publicist, respectively, with Deadline adding that he died at UCLA Hospital. Schell played Pvt. Duke Slater, a friend of Jim Nabors’ character Gomer Pyle, on the ’60s series. He also appeared on “The Andy Griffith Show” spin-off material associated with “Gomer Pyle,” and his career included other television and film credits. Sources also cite his roles in “Good Morning, World” and “The Cat from Outer Space,” and note his voice work, including providing a voice for Peter Puck. Variety and Fox News describe him as a versatile performer with a long-running career across TV, film, stage, and voice acting. His death is described across outlets as part of a decades-long body of work that totaled more than 140 credits.
Ronnie Schell, Actor Known for ‘Gomer Pyle: U.S.M.C.’, Dies at 94
Ronnie Schell, a character actor and comedian known for his work on the CBS sitcom “Gomer Pyle: U.S.M.C.,” dies at age 94. Multiple outlets report that Schell died of natural causes in Los Angeles. De...
- Ronnie Schell, known for “Gomer Pyle: U.S.M.C.,” dies at 94.
- Schell dies in Los Angeles of natural causes; Deadline reports UCLA Hospital.
- He portrays Pvt. Duke Slater on the ’60s sitcom.
- Sources cite additional credits including “Good Morning, World” and “The Cat from Outer Space.”
- His career includes stage and voice work, including a voice role for Peter Puck.
Ronnie Schell, star of "Gomer Pyle: USMC," dies at 94 of natural causes. The San Francisco State alum had a decades-long career in TV and voice acting.
2 months agoRonnie Schell, character actor who starred in The Andy Griffith Show spin-off Gomer Pyle, has died.
2 months agoThe entertainment world mourns the loss of Ronnie Schell, a celebrated performer and comedian who delighted audiences with his unforgettable role in 'Gomer Pyle: USMC'. He passed away peacefully at 94 in Los Angeles. Over his expansive career, which spanned an impressive 150+ credits from 1958 to 2026, Schell brought joy and humor to countless fans.
2 months agoThe self-deprecating stand-up also starred in 'Good Morning, World' and 'The Cat From Outer Space' and provided the voice for Peter Puck.
2 months agoRonnie Schell, the versatile actor known for his comedic work in “Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.” and “That Girl,” died Friday in Los Angeles of natural causes, his publicist confirmed to Variety. He was 94. Known for his work in film, TV and on stage as a comedian, the San Francisco native amassed over 140 credits over […]
2 months agoRonnie Schell, a prolific TV character actor perhaps best known for his portrayal of the amiable Pvt. Duke Slater, pal of Jim Nabors’ hayseed Gomer Pyle on the ’60s sitcom of that name, died of natural causes today at UCLA Hospital in Los Angeles. He was 94. His death was announced by family. Born Ronald […]
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