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Who was Hamilton Mitchell?
Hamilton Mitchell was an actor and writer, best known for his roles in TV shows such as Ned’s Declassified, Worst Birthday Ever, and Parks and Recreation. He also appeared in movies such as Caddyshack, Anastasia, and Farewell, My Love. He studied with Stella Adler, The American Conservatory Theater, Second City and Cambridge University in England. He was the Commencement Speaker and named the Outstanding Graduate. He also won Best Screenplay of the Year from Creative Screenwriting Magazine and other national contests.
How did Hamilton Mitchell die?
Hamilton Mitchell passed away on January 31, 2021, at the age of 63. According to IMDb, he died due to natural causes. His death was announced on a GoFundMe page for his family, which stated: “Hamilton was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend to so many. He touched countless lives with his humor, kindness, and generosity. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”
What are some of his memorable works?
Hamilton Mitchell had a long and diverse career in the entertainment industry. Some of his notable works include:
Caddyshack: He played Motormouth, one of the caddies in the 1980 comedy classic.
Ned’s Declassified: He was a series regular on the Nickelodeon sitcom, playing Mr. Chopsaw, the woodshop teacher.
Worst Birthday Ever: He was also a series regular on the CW series, playing Dad, the father of the main character who has the worst birthday ever.
Parks and Recreation: He had a recurring guest role as Bill Haggerty, the town historian who often clashed with Leslie Knope.
Modern Family: He had a guest role as an older bartender who flirted with Gloria in an episode of the popular sitcom.
Anastasia: He provided live action reference for Rasputin, the main villain of the 1997 animated film.
How are fans and colleagues reacting to his death?
Hamilton Mitchell’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief and tributes from his fans and colleagues. Many of them have shared their memories and condolences on social media. Here are some of the messages:
“Hamilton Mitchell was a brilliant actor, writer, and friend. He was always so funny, warm, and supportive. I will miss him dearly. Rest in peace, Hamilton.” – Devon Werkheiser, who played Ned on Ned’s Declassified.
“I’m heartbroken to hear about Hamilton Mitchell’s passing. He was such a joy to work with on Parks and Rec. He always made me laugh with his hilarious improv and stories. He was a true talent and a wonderful person. My thoughts are with his family and friends.” – Amy Poehler, who played Leslie on Parks and Recreation.
“Hamilton Mitchell was one of the kindest and most generous people I’ve ever met. He was a mentor, a collaborator, and a friend. He taught me so much about acting, writing, and life. He was a legend and a legend maker. I’m honored to have known him and worked with him. Rest in power, Hamilton.” – Tyler Alvarez, who played Diego on Worst Birthday Ever.
