Sad news, but it happens to all of us. Bye Dave, I'll catch up with you down the trail.
Dave Broadfoot, Royal Canadian Air Farce comedian, dead at 90
Comedian and former Royal Canadian Air Farce actor Dave Broadfoot has died at age 90, his family confirmed to CBC News.
Broadfoot was best known for his time on the long-running comedy show on CBC. Starting in 1973, he appeared on radio and television versions for 15 years in the classic lineup of the show, alongside cast members Roger Abbott, Don Ferguson, Luba Goy and John Morgan.
Goy remembered Broadfoot as a "lovely man," skilled writer and consummate performer. "His legacy is monumental. He's a national treasure," Goy told CBC News after learning of Broadfoot's death.
Among Broadfoot's best-known characters were the Honourable Member for Kicking Horse Pass, Sgt. Renfrew of the RCMP and Big Bobby Clobber, a hockey player who had received too many pucks to the head.
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Dave Broadfoot, Royal Canadian Air Farce comedian, dead at 90
Comedian and former Royal Canadian Air Farce actor Dave Broadfoot has died at age 90, his family confirmed to CBC News.
Broadfoot was best known for his time on the long-running comedy show on CBC. Starting in 1973, he appeared on radio and television versions for 15 years in the classic lineup of the show, alongside cast members Roger Abbott, Don Ferguson, Luba Goy and John Morgan.
Goy remembered Broadfoot as a "lovely man," skilled writer and consummate performer. "His legacy is monumental. He's a national treasure," Goy told CBC News after learning of Broadfoot's death.
Among Broadfoot's best-known characters were the Honourable Member for Kicking Horse Pass, Sgt. Renfrew of the RCMP and Big Bobby Clobber, a hockey player who had received too many pucks to the head.
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Dave Broadfoot, Royal Canadian Air Farce comedian, dead at 90 - Entertainment - CBC News
