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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Saturday)
Died
Birthplace
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Nationality
Languages
English
Education
Westinghouse High School, Central Catholic High School, Humber Polytechnic, Pittsburgh Playhouse
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Name Origin
English < Biblical Hebrew (יוֹסֵף)
Popularity
Tier B -- 33,155 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 44 years (1976-2020)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 35
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Year context
Born in 1941 -- Japan attacks Pearl Harbor; US enters World War II; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Filmography (23)
AWARDS (4)
B
Earle Grey Award
1995
WON
B
Canada's Walk of Fame
WON
G
Primetime Emmy Award
WON
G
Primetime Emmy Award
WON
Biography
Joe Flaherty (June 21, 1941 – April 1, 2024) was an American-Canadian actor and comedian. He was best known for his work on the Canadian sketch comedy SCTV, from 1976 to 1984, and as Harold Weir on Freaks and Geeks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Joe Flaherty?
Joe Flaherty was born on and passed away on at the age of 82.
Where was Joe Flaherty born?
Joe Flaherty was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
What movies or shows has Joe Flaherty been in?
Joe Flaherty has 23 credits in our database. Notable titles include Belushi (2020), Home on the Range (2004), Freaks and Geeks (1999), Detroit Rock City (1999), Police Academy: The Series (1997).
What is Joe Flaherty known for?
Joe Flaherty is primarily known as an actor. Joe Flaherty (June 21, 1941 – April 1, 2024) was an American-Canadian actor and comedian. He was best known for his work on the Canadian…
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