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George Gaynes (born George Jongejans; May 16, 1917 – February 15, 2016) was a Dutch-American singer, actor, and voice artist. Born to Dutch and Russian-Finnish parents in the Grand Duchy of Finland of the Russian Empire , he served in the Royal Netherlands Navy during World War II , and subsequently emigrated to the United States, where he became a citizen and began his acting career on ...
George Gaynes was a Finnish-born actor who served in the Royal Netherlands Navy during World War II and starred in musicals and comedies. He is best known for his role as Commandant Eric Lassard in the Police Academy film series.
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Feb 17, 2016 · George Gaynes was born George Jongejans in Helsinki, Finland, on May 16, 1917, to Iya Grigorievna de Gay, a Russian artist later known as Iya, Lady Abdy, and Gerrit Jongejans, a Dutch businessman.
George Gaynes was a versatile actor who starred in musicals, dramas, comedies, and films. He was born in Finland, served in the Dutch and British Navies, and became a US citizen in 1948.
- May 16, 1917
- February 15, 2016
Feb 17, 2016 · The actor George Gaynes died on Monday, at the age of 98, his daughter confirmed. Gaynes starred in all seven Police Academy movies and had a lead role in the 1980s sitcom Punky Brewster.
Feb 16, 2016 · George Gaynes, Star of ‘Police Academy’ and ‘Punky Brewster,’ Dies at 98. The actor is known for his memorable roles in the film series and on the '80s sitcom, as well as in 'Tootsie.'
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A tribute to the actor who played the inept but determined Commandant Lassard in the 80s comedy film series. The article recalls his memorable scene with a prostitute and his comic talent.
