Andrew Vabre Devine was an American character actor known for his distinctive raspy, crackly voice and roles in Western films, including his role as Cookie, the sidekick of Roy Rogers in 10 feature films.
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Devine died of leukemia at the age of 71 in Orange, California, on February 18, 1977. His funeral mass was held at Holy Family Cathedral. Actor Ken Curtis sang at the funeral.
The main street of his hometown of Kingman was renamed Andy Devine Avenue. His career is highlighted in the Mohave Museum of History and Arts in Kingman, and a star in his honor is on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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How did Andy Devine die?
Andy Devine died of leukemia at the age of 71 in Orange, California, on February 18, 1977. His funeral mass was held at Holy Family Cathedral. Actor Ken Curtis sang at the funeral.
The main street of his hometown of Kingman was renamed Andy Devine Avenue.


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