In the world of Christmas movies, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is a classic that many people watch every year. It’s a holiday comedy that follows the Griswold family as they try to have the perfect Christmas.
The movie is filled with memorable characters, but unfortunately, some of them are no longer with us. Here’s a look at who from Christmas Vacation has passed away.
William Hickey
One of the most iconic characters in Christmas Vacation was Uncle Lewis, played by William Hickey. Uncle Lewis was known for his dry wit and sarcastic comments throughout the movie. However, William Hickey passed away in 1997 at the age of 69 due to complications from emphysema.
Mae Questel
Mae Questel played Aunt Bethany in Christmas Vacation. She was an actress and voice-over artist who had a long and successful career.
She was best known for her work as the voice of Betty Boop and Olive Oyl in various cartoons. Mae Questel passed away in 1998 at the age of 89 due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.
John Randolph
John Randolph played Clark’s father-in-law, Art, in Christmas Vacation. He was a well-known character actor who appeared in many movies and TV shows throughout his career. John Randolph passed away in 2004 at the age of 88 due to natural causes.
Natalie Schaefer
Natalie Schaefer had a small but memorable role as Clark’s snobby neighbor, Margot Lane, in Christmas Vacation. She was best known for her role as Mrs. Howell on Gilligan’s Island. Natalie Schaefer passed away in 1991 at the age of 90 due to liver cancer.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ Sister
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who played Clark’s yuppie neighbor, Margo Chester, in Christmas Vacation, is still alive and well. However, her sister, Emma Louis-Dreyfus, passed away in 2018 at the age of 44 due to complications from drug addiction. Emma was a poet and artist who struggled with addiction for many years.
Wrap Up
While some of the actors from Christmas Vacation are no longer with us, their performances in the movie will continue to be remembered and loved by fans all over the world. It’s a reminder that even though life is fleeting, the memories we create can last forever.
- William Hickey – Uncle Lewis – Passed away in 1997 at age 69 due to complications from emphysema.
- Mae Questel – Aunt Bethany – Passed away in 1998 at age 89 due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.
- John Randolph – Art – Passed away in 2004 at age 88 due to natural causes.
- Natalie Schaefer – Margot Lane – Passed away in 1991 at age 90 due to liver cancer.
- Emma Louis-Dreyfus (sister of Julia Louis-Dreyfus) – Passed away in 2018 at age 44 due to complications from drug addiction.