Who was Bill Saluga? ‘You Can Call Me Ray’ Comedian Dead at 85

Bill Saluga, American actor and comedian who was commonly known for his trademark phrase You Can Call Me Ray has been reported dead. He died at the age of 85 in hospice care.

Salugan was best known for playing the character of Raymond J. Johnson Jr. He also played the role of an Usher on The Opera in 1992, as well as starring in three episodes of HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm in 2005.

Social media users have expressed their condolences after the news of his death went viral.

“Thanks for the smiles and laughs Mr. Johnson,” Kimberly Morgan

“What was funny about Raymond J. Johnson Character? I have no explanation but I couldn’t form the words anyway because I’d be laughing too hard. Also loved Bill Saluga in The Ace Trucking Company. He was hilarious. Rest in Peace,” Frank Conniff.

Salugan’s movie and tv appearances include The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Redd Foxx, Mad About You, Murphy Brown, Sisters, Home Improvement, The David Steinberg Show, and more.