Who is Eddie Mekka? Net worth, Dies at 69, Wife, Age, Height, Family, Wiki, Biography

Eddie Mekka is a well-known American actor best remembered for his part in the television series Lavern and Shirley. He also appeared in the television series Carmine Ragusa as Carmine Ragusa. According to tweets from his friends and coworkers, the actor passed away on November 27, 2021.

Eddie Mekka, Carmine Ragusa from ‘Laverne & Shirley,’ dies at the age of 69.

Eddie Mekka, an actor, died on November 27 at his home in Newhall, California, according to friends who posted on social media. He was 69 years old at the time. There was no explanation given. On TV’s “Laverne & Shirley,” Mekka played Carmine Ragusa, Shirley Feeney’s singing boyfriend (1976-1983). On the show, his character was known to break into song, often belting out, “You know I’d go from rags to riches!”

Mekka’s song-and-dance abilities were highlighted by “The Big Ragu’s” desire to perform; prior to his TV career, he was nominated for a Tony for his performance in the 1975 Broadway musical “The Lieutenant.” Mekka, who was born in Worcester, Massachusetts on June 14, 1952, was a regular on the 1977 television series “Blansky’s Beauties,” jitterbugged alongside Madonna in director Penny Marshall’s 1992 hit film “A League of Their Own,” and had a tiny role in the 2006 film adaptation of “Dreamgirls.”

Eddie Mekka Age, Date of Birth, Birthday, Family, what about his father, mother, where is he from? Early Life

Eddie Mekka was 69 years old when he died.  He was born on June 14, 1952. According to his birth month, he is of Gemini zodiac.

Rudolph Edward Mekjian, the son of Italian mother Mariam and Armenian father Vaughn Mekjian, was born in Worcester, Massachusetts. His mother worked as a presser, while his father served in WWII. Which school and college did he go to? What was his major?

Most probably he must have completed his secondary education from his hometown. But the exact fact of his education has not been unpublished yet. Burncoat High School was his alma mater. 

Any further information on his education will be updated soon.

Eddie Mekka  Net worth, how much does he earn?

Eddie Mekka’s net worth is believed to be $500,000.

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He amassed it as a result of his employment as an actor. In addition, he has been in a number of films and television shows, which has helped him make a living and amass a fortune.

Eddie Mekka Wife, What about his relationship?

In 1994, Eddie Mekka married Yvonne Marie Grace. She is, however, his second wife. They have a daughter named Mia together. He is the sole parent of a single child. He was formerly married to DeLee Lively.

They had been together for nearly a decade. From 1983 through 1992, they were married. She was also an actor, but little information about her can be found on the internet.

Eddie Mekka career, what is his profession ?

Mekka was the director of the Worcester County Light Opera in Massachusetts in the early 1970s, where she taught young people how to sing. He went to Los Angeles after performing on Broadway in The Lieutenant, for which he was nominated for a Tony Award. In 1976, he earned the part of Carmine ‘The Big Ragoo’ Ragusa on Laverne & Shirley, and he stayed on the show until 1983 when it was discontinued. 24, The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The Bold and the Beautiful, and Detective Murdoch in the Fox television drama Catch Me If You Can are among his recent television credits. He was the dance partner of Mae (Madonna) in the bar in the Penny Marshall-directed 1992 film A League of Their Own.

He has appeared on stage in Hairspray at the Luxor in Las Vegas, Nevada, as well as in a national tour of Grease with Cindy Williams.  Mekka made her off-Broadway comeback on July 15, 2008, at the Westside Theatre, in Steve Solomon’s long-running comedy My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish, & I’m In Therapy! In a November 2008 regional production of the Renée Taylor-Joseph Bologna comic play It Had to Be You, Mekka reunited with his Laverne & Shirley co-star Cindy Williams. Mekka finished shooting the independent film Code Enforcer in 2008. He co-starred in Happy Days with Erin Moran. From April 29 through June 20, 2010, Mekka played Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport, New York.

Is he available on any kind of social media platform?

We looked for him on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and other social media platforms but were unable to locate him. He must have a social media account under a different name, or he may not have any. Maybe he likes a private life. His social media is under review.

Any information about his social media will be updated soon.

Eddie Mekka’s Body Appearance Height, Weight

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