Art Carney

Birth Name:

Arthur William Matthew Carney

Birth Date:

November 4, 1918

Birth Place:

Mount Vernon, New York

Death Date:

November 9, 2003

Place of Death:

143 Kingfisher Lane, Westbrook, Connecticut

Age:

Cause of Death:

Natural Causes

Cemetery Name:

Riverside Cemetery

Claim to Fame:

Show Business

Art Carney was an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Ed Norton on the classic television sitcom The Honeymooners. Born on November 4, 1918, in Mount Vernon, New York, Carney began his entertainment career in radio before transitioning to television in the 1950s. His portrayal of Norton, the lovable and quirky sewer worker and best friend to Jackie Gleason’s Ralph Kramden, earned him widespread acclaim and became one of the most iconic characters in television history. The great Jackie Gleason once said that Jackie Gleason stated that Carney deserved ninety percent of the credit for the success of The Honeymooners. Carney's talents extended beyond comedy; he was also an accomplished dramatic actor. In 1974, he won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Harry and Tonto, in which he played an elderly man embarking on a cross-country journey with his cat. Throughout his career, Carney appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions, showcasing his remarkable versatility. He continued acting into the 1990s when he passed away on November 9, 2003. Upon his death actor Art Carney was buried at Riverside Cemetery in Old Saybrook, Connecticut.

Fun Facts:

Before TV fame, Carney was a popular radio actor in the 1930s and 1940s. He had a knack for doing celebrity impersonations and comedic characters. Carney played several instruments and even recorded novelty songs. His musical talent often showed up in his comedy routines.

Carney won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1974 for his role in Harry and Tonto, beating out Al Pacino, Dustin Hoffman, Albert Finney, and Jack Nicholson. He played an elderly man traveling cross-country with his cat where he convincingly played a man in his 70s, despite being only 55 years old at the time!

He served in World War II and was wounded in the leg during the Battle of Normandy, which caused a lifelong limp. He often concealed it on-screen with clever blocking.

Despite his comedic persona, Carney struggled with alcoholism and mental health issues throughout his life. He eventually overcame these challenges.

Carney was married three times to two women. In 1940, he married his high school sweetheart Jean Myers, with whom he had three children, Eileen, Brian and Paul, before divorcing in 1965. In 1966, Carney married production assistant Barbara Isaac; they divorced in 1977. After his divorce from Isaac, he reunited with Myers, and they remarried in 1980 and remained together until his death.

Cemetery Information:

Final Resting Place:

Riverside Cemetery

59 Sheffield Street

Old Saybrook, Connecticut, 06475

United States

North America

Grave Location:

Carney Family Plot

Grave Location Description

As you enter the cemetery drive straight ahead and then make the first right turn. Drive to the end of the road and turn left. Drive 150 feet and look to your right along the edge of the property for the final resting place of actor Art Carney.

Grave Location GPS

41.29115288096147, -72.36940969766748

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FAQ's

Art Carney was born on November 4, 1918.

Art Carney was born in Mount Vernon, New York.

Art Carney died on November 9, 2003.

Art Carney died in 143 Kingfisher Lane, Westbrook, Connecticut.

Art Carney was 85.

The cause of death was Natural Causes.

Art Carney's grave is in Riverside Cemetery

Videos Featuring Art Carney:

Art Carney (1918-2003)

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Classic Honeymooners Golf Scene

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"Harry & Tonto" Trailer

Watch YouTube video titled Art Carney Wins Best Actor: 1975 Oscars

Art Carney