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Family Confirms Heart Attack Death of Michael DeLano, 'Rhoda' and 'Ocean’s Eleven' Actor, at 84

His wife shared that he died Oct. 20 in a Las Vegas hospital, and a celebration of his life is planned at the Dispensary Lounge where he long performed.

Overview

  • Jean DeLano told The Hollywood Reporter that her husband suffered a fatal heart attack on Oct. 20 in Las Vegas.
  • The actor was best known for playing a casino manager in Ocean’s Eleven and Ocean’s Twelve and for recurring roles on Rhoda and Firehouse.
  • A longtime Las Vegas resident since 1992, he regularly sang at the Dispensary Lounge, which will host a memorial on Sunday, Nov. 30.
  • Born Michael Ace Del Fatti on Nov. 26, 1940, he began as a dancer on American Bandstand and recorded in 1960 as Key Larson before moving into screen roles.
  • He is survived by his wife Jean, daughter Bree, grandsons Michael and Lincoln, and granddaughter Jaxon.