Charles Durning, American Actor (1923-2012)

Tootsie, 1982

American actor Charles Durning passed away on December 24, 2012 at his home in Manhattan. Durning’s 50-year acting career saw him play many character roles, especially blue collar ones. The New York Times has a comprehensive obituary for Durning.

Notably, he played the singing and dancing governor in the 1982 film, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas: