John Belushi is a bright and memorable comedian who quickly achieved the love of the audience not only in the United States, but also in the world. He was remembered for a believable game on the screens and in the theater, as well as a fruitful creative partnership with Dan Aykroyd. The artist passed away early, but forever remained in the memory of fans. It seemed that all of America was in mourning on the day of his death.
Biography of John Belushi
The maestro's date of birth is January 24, 1949, he was born in Illinois. His parents were involved in the restaurant business, but John himself had no desire to follow in their footsteps. The parents of the future actor were immigrants from Albania. As a child, the boy wanted to become a professional athlete, spending all his free time on the football field. The guy rudely attacked opponents, for which he was nicknamed the "killer." He showed great promise in this sport, being the captain of the team, but, alas, it did not work out.
In 1967, an American graduates from high school, but it is not possible to enter the chosen university. Further, for a long time he could not choose an educational institution: to one he did not have a soul, and to the other he simply could not enter. As a result, he still receives the coveted diploma of graduation.
Carier start
At 22, our hero goes to audition in the theater in Chicago. He easily passes the entrance selection, and after a short period of time becomes one of the leading actors of the corpses. According to the comedian, he just had to go on stage, on which he could portray anyone: from the mayor to Hamlet. At such an early age, the artist became addicted to drugs. He likes the secular free life and the music of Joe Cocker. The comedian tried illegal drugs and was a tireless drinker, but he always shone on stage. When asked by fellow craftsmen about how he manages to be so relaxed, John replied: "The scene is the only place where I know exactly what I'm doing." But you can not argue with him.
At the age of 24, the young man makes his debut in the movie "Lemmings". Later, he increasingly appears in current television programs. At the age of 29, takeoff begins in the acting profession, after the work of The Rutles: All You Need Is Loot. The following are the roles in the comedy The Menagerie and the Western South.
Successful performances
During a trip to Canada, an American met a talented guy - Dan Aykroyd. Young people are interested in joint projects in the future. So, in 1979, the artists remarkably played two military idiots in the comedy “One Thousand Nine Hundred and Forty-First,” directed by Stephen Spielberg. The picture was doomed to success; it harmoniously combined self-irony and patriotism. The film was nominated three times for the Oscar, but the coveted figurine fell into the hands of competitors.
In cinemas during the premiere there was a real full house. Inspired by such success, a talented acting duet decides on yet another promising collaboration. In 1980, the Blues Brothers movie was released, which hit a huge jackpot at the box office. Artists are doing business with all their heart, giving each project a piece of itself. The plot is straightforward and there are flaws in the film, but all that fans need is to see the acting game of US favorites and smile a little in difficult times.
The last appearance of John Belushi on a blue screen took place in 1981. In "Neighbors" once again he played a charming and colorful character. Unfortunately, this is the maestro’s last exit. In a comedy with elements of drama, he, as usual, was at his best.
Dan and John were in a musical duet, gave live concerts and recorded records. Perhaps the early departure from the life of Belushi affected the career of Aykroyd, who continues to act now, but he failed to repeat his former success.
Personal life and death
James is the younger brother who followed in John's footsteps. In the photo Belushi is very happy, and their friendship overshadows everything. James also has a good gallery of work in the film industry: “K-9: dog work,” “Curly Sue,” “Beautiful Life,” and others. John Belushi was repeatedly nominated for an Emmy Award, but failed to become a laureate.
The comedian was married to Judith Belushi-Pisano, who also worked in the film industry as an actress and producer. The couple did not have children.
D. Belushi died at a hotel on March 5, 1982 from a drug overdose. Before his death, he was visited by Robert De Niro and Robin Williams. The arriving medical team ascertained death. Experts concluded that the comedian died of a heart attack caused by a large amount of alcohol and a mixture of cocaine with heroin. He was buried on March 9 on the island of Martas Vinyard in Massachusetts.
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