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Actor in hit TV show mourned after his death at age 90

Character actor Shelly Desai, known for his roles in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Men of a Certain Age , has died at the age of 90
Character actor Shelly Desai, known for his roles in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Men of a Certain Age , has died at the age of 90 (Film Magic)
  • Character actor Shelly Desai, known for his roles in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Men of a Certain Age, has died at the age of 90.
  • His death was announced by his stepdaughter, Dawn Lerman Vaccaro, who praised his kindness and dedication to acting and charity.
  • Mumbai-born Desai moved to the United States in the 1960s to study engineering before pursuing an acting career that encompassed over 90 screen roles.
  • He was recognized for his recurring role as Hwang, the landlord, in multiple seasons of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and as Carlos in Men of a Certain Age.
  • His extensive filmography included appearances in films such as Thelma & Louise, Escape from L.A., and Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2, alongside numerous television credits.
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