Don Pardo

Voice Actor

Birthday February 22, 1918

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Westfield, MA

DEATH DATE Aug 18, 2014 (96)

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About

Made a living thanks to his booming voice most notably for the long-running sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live. He announces the opening titles for the show. 

Before Fame

He worked on several other game shows as the announcer through his career before landing the SNL gig such as the original version of Jeopardy!The Price Is Right, and Jackpot!.

Trivia

He has been with Saturday Night Live since its premiere but missed one season of the show in 1981-1982.

Family Life

He was born in Westfield, Massachusetts and has lived in New Jersey and Arizona as well.

Associated With

He was announcing for SNL while Chris Farley was on the show.