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Paul Lynde

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Paul Lynde Fast Facts:

Moved to New York after college and made his Broadway debut in the musical revue New Faces of 1952. After a few television appearances, he returned to the stage in 1960 in the Tony Award-winning musical Bye Bye Birdie (and reprised his role as Mr. MacAfee for 1963 film version).
Had a recurring role as the warlock Uncle Arthur in the 1960s sitcom Bewitched.
Companion Bing Davidson accidentally fell off a hotel balcony and died after the two spent a night of drinking, but the incident did not hurt the actor's career.
Earned a regular spot to showcase his quick quips as the center square on the game show Hollywood Squares.
Overcame childhood weight problems, but never controlled his overuse of alcohol.
Died of a massive heart attack at age 55.

Paul Lynde Relationships:
Bing Davidson - Significant Other
Gordon Lynde - Brother
Grace Lynde - Sister
Helen Lynde - Sister
Hoy Lynde - Father
John Lynde - Brother
Richard Lynde - Brother
Sylvia Lynde - Mother
Paul Lynde Awards:
1973 Golden Globe: Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy - Nominee
1974 Emmy: Special Classification of Outstanding Program and Individual Achievement - Nominee
1972 Emmy: Outstanding Achievement in Daytime Programming - Individuals - Nominee
1973 Emmy: Outstanding Achievement by Individuals in Daytime Programming - Nominee
College:
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL (1948)