R.I.P. George "Foghorn" Winslow

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R.I.P. George "Foghorn" Winslow

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Former child actor George 'Foghorn' Winslow dies, aged 69

By Tom Eames, Jun 22 2015 digital spy

Born George Karl Wentzlaff, Winslow was best known for playing Marilyn Monroe's young admirer in 1953's Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, and featured in other classic films of the era.

His longtime friend confirmed to the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat that he died of a heart attack on June 13 at his Northern California home.

Under the stage name George 'Foghorn' Winslow, he became known for his raspy voice and deadpan delivery, and landed roles opposite the likes of Cary Grant and Ginger Rogers.

His roles also included Monkey Business with Grant, and leading roles in My Pal Gus and The Rocket Man.

He retired from acting at the age of 12, before serving in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He retired from the Postal Service several years ago.
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