Dom DeLuise Passes Away2009-05-05

ET confirms that Dom DeLuise has died.

The Golden Globe-nominated comic actor died Monday at a Los Angeles hospital. He was 75 years old.

Dom is probably best-known for his work in Mel Brooks films like 'Blazing Saddles,' 'Silent Movie,' 'History Of The World Part One,' 'Space Balls,' 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights,' and co-starring with Burt Reynolds in films like 'The Cannonball Run,' 'Smokey and The Bandit II,' 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' and 'The End.'

He also hosted the popular TV show "Candid Camera" from 1991-1992. Dom was an avid cook and author, penning several cooking guides and children's books.

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