Marty Nader: The Comic's Comic Behind Hollywood Hits, Dies at 80

Marty Nader, a celebrated writer, producer, and stand-up comedian, passed away at the age of 80. His death on Wednesday in Margate, Florida, was due to complications from the autoimmune disorder myasthenia gravis.

Nader forged a significant creative partnership with Garry Marshall, spanning more than four decades. This collaboration included iconic television shows like Happy Days and Laverne & Shirley, and blockbuster films such as Pretty Woman and Runaway Bride. He also contributed jokes to numerous other Marshall films and was a regular audience warm-up for many sitcoms.

His extensive television credits also encompass popular comedies like Chico and the Man, Perfect Strangers, and Amen. Nader began his journey in showbiz at a young age, honing his comedic skills in New York City's comedy clubs and summer stock theater.

Nader retired to South Florida in the early 2000s but continued his creative endeavors, including a recent father-son collaboration with his son, Charlie. Their recorded act, "A Boomer & a Millennial Walk Into a Special," is set for release next year.