Fred Willard

Actor Fred Willard rose from the 1960s entertainment scene to become a revered veteran. He is primarily remembered for his buttoned-up characters with no sense. His followers saw him playing character roles after he developed a massive fanbase in the cutting-edge spoof, Fernwood 2-Night. His supporting appearances in “mockumentary” films highlighted his remarkable ability to create iconic middle American personalities.

Two of his most admired Guest-directed appearances include Best in Show and For Your Consideration. His appearance as a clownish TV analyst in the show earned him an award for Funniest Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture. Willard’s guest appearances on Everybody Loves Raymond and Modern Family even drew him widespread praise. He remained a regular late-night performer due to his improv humor investments, and he continued to work regularly well into the new millennium. Willard will always be remembered for the wonderful characters he played.