Larry Block

Lawrence Joel "Larry" Block (October 30, 1942 – October 7, 2012) was an American radio, TV, film and theater actor. In 1971, Block appeared on Sesame Street as Tom, who worked at Hooper's Store. Block also had a brief appearances in the films Slap Shot (1977) and Don't Say a Word (2001), alongside Michael Douglas and Brittany Murphy.

For the American writer, see Lawrence Block

Larry Block
Born(1942-10-30)October 30, 1942
New York City, New York
DiedOctober 7, 2012(2012-10-07) (aged 69)
New York City, New York
NationalityAmerican
OccupationActor
Years active1971–2012
Spouse(s)Jolly
Children
  • Zachary
  • Zoe
RelativesKenneth (brother)

He was a regular character on Joe Frank's radio program Work In Progress on KCRW. He was prominently featured in telephone conversations with Frank, such as those in the "Karma" series.[1]

Block was born in New York City, the son of Sonia (Kutcher), a travel agent, and Harold Block, who worked in the garment industry.[2]

Death

Block died on October 7, 2012, three weeks before his 70th birthday. He is survived by his wife Jolly, children Zachary and Zoe, and brother Kenneth.[3]

Filmography

Films
  • Shamus (1973) - Springy
  • Slap Shot (1977) - Peterboro Referee
  • Heaven Can Wait (1978) - Peters
  • Hardcore (1979) - Detective Burrows
  • First Family (1980) - Gloria's Secret Service Agent #1
  • After Hours (1985) - Taxi Driver
  • Cocktail (1988) - Bar Owner
  • Robots (1988; direct-to-video) - Julius Enderby
  • High Stakes (1989) - Harvey
  • Betsy's Wedding (1990) - Barber
  • My Blue Heaven (1990) - Defense Attorney
  • Big Night (1996) - Man in Restaurant
  • Dangerous Proposition (1998) - Dr. Butler
  • Isn't She Great (2000) - Herbie
  • Bait (2000) - Customer
  • Don't Say a Word (2001) - Doorman
  • Garmento (2002) - Store Manager
  • Book of Danny (2002) - Harry
  • Live at Five (2005; short film) - Chef Buddy
  • Stealing Martin Lane (2005) - Nigel
  • The Guitar (2008) - Mr. Faddis
  • Triptosane (2010) - Dr. Ken 'Mecca' Rennet
  • Friends and Strangers (2011; short film) - Grandpa

Television

References
  1. jfwiki.org: Larry Block's appearances on Joe Frank's radio program
  2. http://www.filmreference.com/film/55/Larry-Block.html
  3. legacy.com: Larry Block obituary (New York Times), October 10, 2012
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