In what sitcom would on first have found the character of the actor who stars alongside Gene Wilder in "Blazing Saddles?"
Cleavon Little Cleavon Jake Little (June 1, 1939 – October 22, 1992) was an American stage, film, and television actor. He began his career in the late 1960s on the stage. In 1970, he starred in the Broadway production of "Purlie", for which he earned both a Drama Desk Award and a Tony Award. His first leading television role was that of the irreverent Dr. Jerry Noland on the ABC sitcom "Temperatures Rising" (1972–1974). Shortly before the program's conclusion, Little gave what has become his signature performance, portraying Sheriff Bart in the Mel Brooks comedy film "Blazing Saddles" (1974).
Al Molinaro Albert Francis "Al" Molinaro (born Umberto Francesco Molinaro; June 24, 1919 – October 30, 2015) was an American actor. He was known for his television sitcom roles as Al Delvecchio on "Happy Days" and Officer Murray Greshler on "The Odd Couple". He also appeared in many television commercials, including On-Cor frozen dinners.