Vic Tayback | |
|---|---|
 Tayback in 1976 | |
| Born | January 6, 1930 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | May 25, 1990 (aged 60) Glendale, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park |
| Alma mater | Glendale Community College Actors Studio |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1955–1990 |
| Known for | Alice The Love Boat |
| Spouse |
Sheila Maureen Barnard
(m. 1962) |
| Children | 1 |
Victor Tayback (January 6, 1930 – May 25, 1990) was an American actor. He was best known for his role as diner owner Mel Sharples on the television sitcom Alice (1976–1985), as well as his multiple guest appearances on The Love Boat (1977–1987). The former earned him two consecutive Golden Globe Awards (for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series) and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Continuing Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.