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  • OBITUARIES - Ed Kemmer (Commander Buzz Corry - Space Patrol)

    12/01/2004 2:04:23 PM PST · by Calpernia · 6 replies · 347+ views
    The actor beloved by baby boomers as Commander Buzz Corry of television's "Space Patrol," Ed Kemmer died in New York City following a stroke. He was 83. Kemmer became equally well known as a TV soap opera star, appearing for 20 years in daytime dramas. He also appeared in a pair of cult-horror classics, "Giant From the Unknown" and "Earth vs. the Spider." But it was his portrayal of Buzz Corry that influenced a generation. The show was a smash success and mass merchandising ensued. Kemmer's likeness appeared on cereal boxes, coloring books, trading cards, buttons, comics and more. "I...