Luis Ávalos obit

Luis Ávalos Dies: ‘The Electric Company’ Cuban Actor Dead At 67

 

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Luis Ávalos has passed away at the age of 67. His death was confirmed to Latin Times by Gabriel Reyes, a close friend of the artist. Ávalos who was born on Sept. 2, 1946 was best known for his work on the children's television show, "The Electric Company." The actor joined during the second season playing most notably Doctor Doolots, and lasted until the series ended in 1977. In the sketch comedy show, the thespian shared the screen with actors like Morgan Freeman, Rita Moreno, Bill Cosby, Judy Graubart, Lee Chamberlin, Skip Hinnant and many more.

Ávalos' notable performance on the PBS program was during a time where Latino's were not heavily portrayed in mainstream media, making him one of the pioneers in the entertainment industry. After the show ended, Luis Avalos went on to star in movies like "Hot Stuff," opposite Jerry Reed, Dom Deluise and Suzanne Pleschette. Following that movie, a series of guest spots on television shows like "The Jeffersons," "Highcliffe Manor," "Soap" and "Hill Street Blues" followed. Ávalos went on to star in sitcoms like "Condo," "E/R," and "I Had Three Wives."

Other television credits to Luis Ávalos' name include "Jack & Bobby," "Full House," "Resurrection Blvd.," "NYPD Blue," "ER," "Hangin' With Mr. Cooper," and "JAG." His film credits include "Jungle 2 Jungle" with Tim Allen and "The Ringer" with Johnny Knoxville. Avalos' last film credit is a movie titled "$5 A Day," which was released in 2008 and starred Christopher Walken, Alessandro Nivola, Amanda Peet and Sharon Stone. The legacy that Luis Ávalos leaves in both film and television will never be forgotten as he provided us with countless hours of laughs and entertainment. Our thoughts go out to his family and finds during this difficult time, may he rest in peace.

Filmography

Film

Year       Title       Role       Notes

1973      Badge 373           Chico    

1979      Hot Stuff              Ramon

1980      The Hunter         Poker Player #3                

1980      Sunday Lovers                   (segment "Skippy")

1980      Stir Crazy             Chico    

1982      Love Child           Tony     

1986      Ghost Fever        Benny  

1989      Criminal Act        Coroner               

1991      Fires Within        Victor Hernandez            

1991      The Butcher's Wife          Luis       

1995      Lone Justice 2    Crecencio           

1996      Lone Justice: Showdown at Plum Creek

1997      Jungle 2 Jungle Abe       

1999      Love Stinks          Judge   

2002      Wishcraft             Mayor Phelan   

2003      Hollywood Homicide       Det. Willie Palmero        

2005      The Ringer           Stavi     

2008      Five Dollars a Day             Martinez              (final film role)