Age: 73
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Daniel Edward Aykroyd, born in Ottawa, initially pursued studies in psychology, criminal sociology, and political science at Carleton University, where his comedy journey took off. He co-wrote sketches for a private cable company, igniting his passion for acting. At 20, he joined The Second City comedy troupe in Chicago and Toronto, marking the start of his career. In 1975, Aykroyd joined "Saturday Night Live" as a founding member of the "Not Ready For Prime Time Players," crafting iconic sketches like "The Blues Brothers" with Belushi and "Two Wild and Crazy Guys" with Steve Martin. The success of "The Blues Brothers" sketch led to a full-length feature in 1980, with Aykroyd writing and producing the movie soundtrack, defying the disco and punk era. His versatile talent shines in roles like Dr. Ray Stantz in "Ghostbusters," Jessica Tandy’s son in "Driving Miss Daisy," a single father in "My Girl," and an assassin in "Grosse Pointe Blank," showcasing both comedic and dramatic prowess.
In the hell of the Vietnam War, the best care anywhere can be found at the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, where Hawkeye Pierce leads an oddball group of surgeons, nurses, and other assorted military riff-raff. The war drags on, the wounded pile in, doctors come and go…so what better way to maintain the little sanity they have left than with a sense of humor? Put a whoopee cushion in the latrine, replace someone's toothpaste with hair gel, then celebrate with a martini that tastes like lighter fluid. M*A*S*H…Ruining the war for everyone!
