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Ed Gale, Chucky and ‘Howard the Duck’ Actor, Dies at 61


Ed Gale, who made his film debut wearing the "Howard the Duck" suit and went on to play Chuckie in "Child's Play," died Tuesday in Los Angeles.

He lit up the silver screens in cult classic films like Howard the Duck and Chopper Chicks in Zombie Town, earning himself some serious street cred at every con he attended. He had a brief appearance on “My Name is Earl” as a carnival performer and had a supporting role in the Matthew McConaughey film “Tiptoes,” which revolved around a family of little people. His other appearances include “Oh Brother, “Where Art Thou,” “Baywatch,” “3rd Rock From the Sun,” “Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey” and “Friday the 13th: The Series.

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