Comedians who died on May 17

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on May 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2005 Frank Gorshin

  Frank Gorshin was an American actor, impressionist, and comedian best known for his Emmy-nominated role as the Riddler on the 1960s TV series 'Batman'. He was also highly regarded for his nightclub performances and voice work. [bio]