American Comedian, Leo Gallagher Dies Aged 76

American Comedian Leo Gallagher, famously known for smashing watermelons as part of his legendary act, has lost his life at the age of 76.

Gallagher passed away early Friday morning, Nov. 11, while under hospice care in the Palm Springs area, according to his manager Craig Marquardo.

His manager made it known that Gallagher died of massive organ failure.

According to a statement provided by Marquardo, the comedian died “after a short health battle” and “passed away surrounded by his family in Palm Springs, California.”

Gallagher started working as a comedian after college. He got his big break after appearing on Johnny Carson’s “Tonight Show” back in 1975 and quickly became one of the most popular and recognizable comedians in America.