Eddie Mekka, the Tony-nominated actor best known for his role as Carmine “The Big Ragu” Ragusa of “Laverne & Shirley,” has died. He was 69. The veteran TV and stage actor reportedly passed away on Nov. 27 at his home in Newhall, California, according to friend and fellow Berklee College of Music alum Pat Benti, who did not share a cause of death in his tribute on … [Read more...]
Remembering Eddie Mekka – Carmine from “Laverne & Shirley” – Dead at 69, Rest In Peace!
Eddie Mekka died on November 27, 2021. The actor, who starred as Carmine Ragusa on the classic TV show, "Laverne & Shirley", was just 69 years old at the time of his passing. Here are my memories of this wonderful actor. Rest in Peace, Eddie Mekka! BE PART OF MY COMMUNITY! FACEBOOK http://fb.me/dsremembers TWITTER https://twitter.com/jdsundstrom Product and service links … [Read more...]