Leslie Nielsen was a Canadian-American actor, comedian, and producer best known for his comedic roles in films such as Airplane!, The Naked Gun, and its sequels. He began his career as a serious actor in the 1950s, appearing in dramas and television shows. However, it was his comedic roles that made him famous. He was nominated for an Emmy Award for his performance in the television series Police Squad! and won a Genie Award for his role in the Canadian film Forbidden Planet. Nielsen passed away in 2010 at the age of 84.