Comedian Gallagher, best known for his watermelon-smashing comedy routine and many popular specials in the 1980s, died Friday morning, according his manager Craig Marquardo. He was 76.
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Gallagher's rep confirmed to Fox News Digital that the comedian has died at the age of 76 after previously suffering numerous heart attacks and a short health battle.
Gallagher, known for his signature bit that was a pitch for the "Sledge-O-Matic," died while surrounded by family in California, according to his manager.