Martin Mull Dies: Roseanne’ & ‘Fernwood 2 Nite’ Star Was 80

Martin Mull, the actor recognized for his roles as Colonel Mustard in “Clue,” Leon Carp on “Roseanne,” and his starring position in Norman Lear’s “Fernwood 2 Nite,” handed away on Thursday on the age of 80. His daughter, Maggie Mull, an govt producer on “Family Guy,” introduced the information, sharing that he died at dwelling after a protracted sickness. Maggie Mull remembered her father as a multi-talented inventive and humorist, noting his fondness for making jokes, even about his work in Pink Roof Inn commercials.

Martin Mull’s final position was in Apple TV+’s “The Afterparty.” Along with his on-screen work, Mull had a big profession in voice appearing, contributing to reveals like “American Dad!,” “Danny Phantom,” “Teamo Supremo,” and “Family Dog,” in addition to the 2005 function “Hopeless Pictures.” He additionally made visitor appearances in voice roles on well-liked collection comparable to “The Simpsons,” “Family Guy,” “Bob’s Burgers,” “Dexter’s Laboratory,” and “The Wild Thornberrys.”

Mull was additionally recognized for his musical comedy and stand-up albums. Amongst his releases, two albums, “I’m Everyone I Ever Loved” (1977) and “Sex & Violins” (1978), made it onto the Billboard 200 chart. He additionally launched a compilation album titled “No Hits, Four Errors: The Best of Martin Mull and Your Living Room,” which featured the one “Dueling Tubas.” This parody of “Dueling Banjos” from “Deliverance” reached the Billboard Scorching 100 for a couple of weeks in 1973.

Martin Mull leaves behind a legacy cherished by his household, pals, and colleagues.