Chucky and Child's Play actor Ed Gale dies age 61
The stunt performer and actor with dwarfism is best known for playing Chucky in the horror franchise Child's Play and the lead character in the 1986 Marvel superhero comedy Howard the Duck.
He also appeared in various TV shows, including Land of the Lost as Tasha and Magas, plus in guest roles in Sabrina the Teenage Witch and 3rd Rock from the Sun.
Gale's niece announced his passing on Facebook, highlighting his important role in her life as a 'fun uncle'.
'It is with a heavy heart and a surprisingly light coffin (see what I did there?) that we announce the sudden passing of our uncle, Official: Ed Gale, Actor – retired, Ed Gale has taken his final bow and is now headlining in the afterlife.'
'Ed hitched a ride to California when he was twenty years old, with $41 and a dream, and he never looked back.
'He lit up the silver screens in cult classic films like Howard the Duck and Chopper Chicks in Zombie Town, earning himself some serious street cred at every con he attended. Which he never stopped bragging about. Ever. More Trending
'Over the course of his career, he appeared in over 130 movies, TV shows, and commercials. With this wide-ranging body of work, he leaves behind legacy full of questionable lighting and amazing one-liners.'
'Ed's favorite role was that of the 'fun uncle.' His love language was sharing his love of the entertainment industry and the magic of Hollywood with his nieces.'
She spoke about some of her memories with him and joked that he was a 'cranky b*****d and will be very missed.
The message did not mention how the actor passed or give details about his funeral arrangements.
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