Ron Palillo, who played the character of Arnold Horshack on the 1970's tv show "Welcome Back Kotter" has died at the age of 63 from an apparent heart attack. He also appeared in numerous other TV shows and other fields of entertainment.
Ron was a very funny guy and will be missed. Condolences to his family.
His character of Horshack on "Welcome Back Kotter" was so funny and had a very recognizable and hilarious laugh.
"Welcome Back Kotter" also starred actor/comedian Gabe Kaplan, and actor John Travolta as the character Vinnie Barbarino, as well as other actors, including actor Robert Hegyes( who also passed away earlier this year) as the character Juan Epstein.
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