Gavan John O’Herlihy was an American actor who was born in Ireland.
He was recognized for his roles in films such as Never Say Never Again, Death Wish 3, Willow, and Superman III, as well as his role as Chuck Cunningham in the first episodes of Happy Days.
Gavan O’Herlihy was 70 years old and his wife Juliette is around 63-65 years old.
The couple has 3 children named Rogan, Lonan, David, and Daniel.
Juliette O’Herlihy is the wife of Gavan O’Herlihy. They loved each other very much. His wife was by his side until his death
It is not known when and where you got married.
Sad news coming through that actor Gavan O’Herlihy has passed away aged 70. Many will remember Gavan’s memorable performances in We’ll Meet Again (1982), Superman III (1983), Never Say Never Again (1983) and Willow (1988).
Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/1XsA4gLhpI— Clint Eastwood Forever (@ClintForever) November 11, 2021
Gavan has over thirty cinematic credits, most of which are in evil or antagonistic parts, including Never Say Never Again, Superman III, Death Wish 3, and The Last Outlaw.
One of the rare heroic parts he has played is Airk Thaughbaer in the 1988 fantasy Willow, as well as the dashing British officer from Virginia Captain Leroy in Sharpe’s Eagle.
Rich Man, Poor Man, and Tales From The Crypt both featured him.
He played John Garrideb in Granada TV’s Sherlock Holmes series “The Mazarin Stone” in 1994. The story’s events were changed and blended with The Three Garridebs Adventure.
On September 15, 2021, at the age of 70, O’Herlihy died in Bath, Somerset.
The cause of death has yet to be confirmed. His family said in a statement, “He was a wonderful actor with a long and distinguished career in film, television and theatre and was respected as a man of directness, sincerity, and honesty.”
“Gavan was larger than life and is greatly missed by all who knew him, most particularly by his adoring wife and family,”
First, he disappeared from “Happy Days.” Then, he disappeared from life. RIP Gavan O’Herlihy (aka Chuck Cunningham). #HappyDays #GavanOHerlihy #Chuckcunningham pic.twitter.com/StEQ5MaxL5
— Know It All Joe (@knowitalljoe) November 12, 2021
RIP Gavan O’Herlihy, one heck of a versatile actor. pic.twitter.com/cvrD5ftGxk
— Cousin Barnabas (@CousinBarnabas) November 11, 2021
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