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scorpio · 01-14-2009, 01:25 PM

'Fantasy Island' star Ricardo Montalban dies at 88

By BOB THOMAS
Associated Press Writer

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Ricardo Montalban, the Mexican-born actor who became a star in splashy MGM musicals and later as the wish-fulfilling Mr. Roarke in TV's "Fantasy Island," died Wednesday morning at his home, a city councilman said. He was 88. Montalban's death was announced at a meeting of the city council by president Eric Garcetti, who represents the district where the actor lived. Garcetti did not give a cause of death.

"The Ricardo Montalban Theatre in my Council District - where the next generations of performers participate in plays, musicals, and concerts - stands as a fitting tribute to this consummate performer," Garcetti said later in a written statement.

Montalban had been a star in Mexican movies when MGM brought him to Hollywood in 1946. He was cast in the leading role opposite Esther Williams in "Fiesta." He also starred with the swimming beauty in "On an Island with You" and "Neptune's Daughter."

A later generation knew Montalban as the faintly mysterious, white-suited Mr. Roarke, who presided over an island resort where visitors were able to fulfill their lifelong dreams. "Fantasy Island" received high ratings for most of its 1978-1984 span on ABC television and still appears in reruns.

In a 1978 interview, he analyzed the series' success:

"What is appealing is the idea of attaining the unattainable and learning from it. Once you obtain a fantasy it becomes a reality, and that reality is not as exciting as your fantasy. Through the fantasies you learn to appreciate your own realities."

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AP entertainment writer Sandy Cohen contributed to this story.

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broncosteven · 01-14-2009, 01:27 PM

May he rest in a casket of Rich Corinthian leather.

bronco militia · 01-14-2009, 01:27 PM

damn...RIP

Garcia Bronco · 01-14-2009, 01:34 PM

Not one mention of his greatest role.

Man-Goblin · 01-14-2009, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

Not one mention of his greatest role.

The villain in Naked Gun?

Smiling Assassin27 · 01-14-2009, 01:38 PM

Rest In Peace, Senor.

Kaylore · 01-14-2009, 01:39 PM

Sorry guys. I can't post anymore. I'm dead.

Did you know Montalban played the role of Khan for only $100,000 and it ended up being one of his masterpieces? RIP. He was a stud.

Garcia Bronco · 01-14-2009, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Man-Goblin

The villain in Naked Gun?

Nice beaver

Garcia Bronco · 01-14-2009, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaylore

Sorry guys. I can't post anymore. I'm dead.

Did you know Montalban played the role of Khan for only $100,000 and it ended up being one of his masterpieces? RIP. He was a stud.

For the show or the movie?

bronco militia · 01-14-2009, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Man-Goblin

The villain in Naked Gun?

Kaylor is really OJ Simpson? wait, what?

theAPAOps5 · 01-14-2009, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

Not one mention of his greatest role.

The role of Teniente in La Fuga

Kaylore · 01-14-2009, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

For the show or the movie?

The motion picture.

TheReverend · 01-14-2009, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

Nice beaver

"What's that smell?"

"Oh that would be me. I've been swimming in raw sewage... I love it"

broncosteven · 01-14-2009, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

Not one mention of his greatest role.

El Encantador?

"Dora the Explorer" .... El Encantador (1 episode, 2002)
- The Missing Piece (2002) TV episode (voice) .... El Encantador

ghwk · 01-14-2009, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by TheReverend

"What's that smell?"

"Oh that would be me. I've been swimming in raw sewage... I love it"

What is that from?

broncosteven · 01-14-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaylore

Sorry guys. I can't post anymore. I'm dead.

Did you know Montalban played the role of Khan for only $100,000 and it ended up being one of his masterpieces? RIP. He was a stud.

I am not sure what I will do should Gene leave this mortal coil...

I was just chopping onions, ya, those are not tears, thats from some strong onions!

ghwk · 01-14-2009, 01:46 PM

Dude could make a pony tail and hairless chest look macho.

Gcver2ver3 · 01-14-2009, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaylore

Did you know Montalban played the role of Khan for only $100,000 and it ended up being one of his masterpieces?

only?...wasn't 100 grand like 2 million bucks back then?...

Crushaholic · 01-14-2009, 01:47 PM

Kaylore gets married and Ricardo Montalban dies. Coincidence?

Broncomutt · 01-14-2009, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaylore

Sorry guys. I can't post anymore. I'm dead.

Did you know Montalban played the role of Khan for only $100,000 and it ended up being one of his masterpieces? RIP. He was a stud.

I always wondered if he had a prosthetic chest in that movie or he was really in that great a shape for his age. Gonna get flamed for that I'm sure.

Khan is easily one of my favorite villians of all time.

RIP Mr. Montalban.

Beantown Bronco · 01-14-2009, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ghwk

What is that from?

Should neg rep you for that.

Naked Gun 2 1/2

Beantown Bronco · 01-14-2009, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Crushaholic

Kaylore gets married and Ricardo Montalban dies. Coincidence?

I guess it is true. A part of you really does die when you get married.

ghwk · 01-14-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Beantown Bronco

Should neg rep you for that.

Naked Gun 2 1/2

, do what you gotta do...it's not so high that I'd really notice anyway

Kaylore · 01-14-2009, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Broncomutt

I always wondered if he had a prosthetic chest in that movie or he was really in that great a shape for his age. Gonna get flamed for that I'm sure.

Khan is easily one of my favorite villians of all time.

RIP Mr. Montalban.

It was real. He used to be a pushup junky.

Man-Goblin · 01-14-2009, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by bronco militia

Kaylor is really OJ Simpson? wait, what?

O.J. wasn't the villain in that movie. Actually, Ricardo Montalban orders a hit on him at the beginning.

"kheel hem."

01-14-2009, 01:25 PM	#1
scorpio Cubicle Pimp Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 3,498	The Khan is dead...Long live the Khan 'Fantasy Island' star Ricardo Montalban dies at 88 By BOB THOMAS Associated Press Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Ricardo Montalban, the Mexican-born actor who became a star in splashy MGM musicals and later as the wish-fulfilling Mr. Roarke in TV's "Fantasy Island," died Wednesday morning at his home, a city councilman said. He was 88. Montalban's death was announced at a meeting of the city council by president Eric Garcetti, who represents the district where the actor lived. Garcetti did not give a cause of death. "The Ricardo Montalban Theatre in my Council District - where the next generations of performers participate in plays, musicals, and concerts - stands as a fitting tribute to this consummate performer," Garcetti said later in a written statement. Montalban had been a star in Mexican movies when MGM brought him to Hollywood in 1946. He was cast in the leading role opposite Esther Williams in "Fiesta." He also starred with the swimming beauty in "On an Island with You" and "Neptune's Daughter." A later generation knew Montalban as the faintly mysterious, white-suited Mr. Roarke, who presided over an island resort where visitors were able to fulfill their lifelong dreams. "Fantasy Island" received high ratings for most of its 1978-1984 span on ABC television and still appears in reruns. In a 1978 interview, he analyzed the series' success: "What is appealing is the idea of attaining the unattainable and learning from it. Once you obtain a fantasy it becomes a reality, and that reality is not as exciting as your fantasy. Through the fantasies you learn to appreciate your own realities." --- AP entertainment writer Sandy Cohen contributed to this story. © 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Learn more about our Privacy Policy.

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