As the hit film 'The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!' turns 35, we're taking a peek at where the cast are now. The film followed Frank Drebin, a bumbling police detective, on a mission to stop an evil mind control plot and find justice for his shot partner.
'The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!' was such a box office hit in 1988 that it spawned two more sequels. Now, as the hilarious comedy spoof marks three decades since its original release, we're catching up with the star-studded cast.
Leslie Nielsen
Leslie Nielsen, famous for his role as clumsy detective Frank Drebin in the film 'The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!', always managed to land on his feet despite his bumbling ways. His character was known for causing chaos wherever he went, but luck was always on his side.
Nielsen's acting career spanned over 60 years, with roles in more than 100 films and 150 TV shows, playing over 220 characters. He is best remembered for his performances in 'Airplane', 'Forbidden Planet', 'Spanish Movie', 'Superhero Movie', and 'Dracula: Dead and Loving It'.
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Sadly, Nielsen passed away in November 2010 at the age of 84. The comedy legend died peacefully in his sleep from pneumonia, surrounded by loved ones in a hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. True to his comedic nature, his tombstone reads "Let 'er rip."
Priscilla Presley
Priscilla Presley played the role of Jane Spencer, Frank's stunning love interest in the film The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! Jane was a beautiful blonde who Frank fell madly in love with and later married in the movie series. She played a crucial part in the film as she helped Frank uncover her boss Ludwig's plot to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II at a California Angels Baseball Game.
After the comedy film, Priscilla starred in a few other films but is best known as a businesswoman and the former wife of rock legend Elvis Presley. She co-founded and was the former chairperson of Elvis Presley Enterprises, a company that transformed Graceland into one of the top tourist attractions in the US. This year, Priscilla has been in the news due to a new film that tells the captivating story of her life and complex relationship with Elvis.
O.J. Simpson
O.J. Simpson played the role of Officer Nordberg in The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! Nordberg was one of Frank's police colleagues and his best mate for nine years. Unlike Frank, Nordberg always found himself in unfortunate and often painful situations, suffering new injuries throughout the series. Despite his constant brushes with danger, Nordberg always managed to bounce back quickly.
O.J. Simpson, known for his roles in a few films, is most famous for his career as a football running back and broadcaster. He played in the National Football League for 11 seasons, mostly with the Buffalo Bills, and is considered one of the greatest running backs of all time.
However, O.J.'s reputation took a hit when he was arrested and charged with two murders - his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman. Although he was found not guilty, he was later jailed for 33 years for armed robbery and kidnapping. He was released early from his parole in October 2017.
George Kennedy
George Kennedy played Captain Ed Hocken in The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! As Frank's boss and the highest-ranking police officer in the franchise, Captain Ed often appeared at crime scenes with Frank and sometimes joined him in questioning suspects.
George Kennedy, the star of the comedy hit, had a successful career in Hollywood, starring in over 100 films and TV shows. He's best known for his roles in Cool Hand Luke, The Eiger Sanction, Airport, Earthquake, and Another Happy Day. George won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for Cool Hand Luke and was nominated for a Golden Globe.
George lived a fulfilling life until he passed away at 91 in February 2016. He died in an assisted living facility in Middleton, Idaho, just ten days after his birthday due to heart complications.
"Weird Al" Yankovic
"Weird Al" Yankovic, the parody artist, appeared in all three Naked Gun Films as a fictional version of himself in the first and last films, and surprisingly played a police station thug in the second film.
"Weird Al" Yankovic is a singer renowned for his comedic songs that mock pop culture. His popular songs have earned him five Grammy Awards and 11 nominations, four gold records, and six platinum records in the U.S. Some of his most famous hits include Eat It, Albuquerque, Like a Surgeon, Polkas on 45, and You Don't Love Me Anymore.
The famous musician had a wide-ranging career, starring in many films and TV shows including The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! He also made fun guest appearances in Spy Hard, Halloween II, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, How I Met Your Mother, The Simpsons, and more.
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