Dick Yarmy

Dick Yarmy (February 14, 1933 – May 5, 1992) was an American actor. He appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout the 1960s to the 1990s.[1]

Dick Yarmy
Born
Richard Yarmy

(1933-02-14)February 14, 1933
New York City, U.S.
DiedMay 5, 1992(1992-05-05) (aged 59)
Studio City, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
OccupationActor
Years active1968–1991
Children1
RelativesDon Adams (brother)

Biography

Yarmy was born in New York in 1933, son of William Yarmy and his wife Consuelo, both of Jewish descent. He graduated from the New York University with a degree in engineering. He began his acting career in 1968, appearing in the TV series Get Smart, also That Girl, The Partners, The Partridge Family, and Arnie.[2]

He also appeared in several films including Bone, The Kentucky Fried Movie, The Swinging Barmaids, and Carpool among others.[2]

Yarmy also appeared in commercials, such as George and Marge for Union Oil.[2]

Personal life

Yarmy was the younger brother of actor, and Get Smart star, Don Adams. Yarmy was married and had one daughter.[2]

Death

Yarmy died of lung cancer in Studio City, Los Angeles on May 5, 1992. He was buried in Los Angeles National Cemetery.[2] A group of comedians called "Yarmy's Army" formed to support him in his final illness, and continues after his death doing benefit concerts to help fellow comedians in need.[3]

Selected filmography

Film

Television

References
  1. "Dick Yarmy". Hollywood.com.
  2. "Dick Yarmy, 59; Veteran Film and Stage Actor and Director". Los Angeles Times. May 8, 1992. Retrieved September 2, 2017.
  3. Arkush, Michael (March 22, 1994). "An Army of Support". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved April 4, 2020.
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