Larry Block

Lawrence Joel "Larry" Block (October 30, 1942 – October 7, 2012) was an American radio, TV, film and theater actor. In 1971, Block appeared on Sesame Street as Tom, who worked at Hooper's Store. Block also had a brief appearances in the films Slap Shot (1977) and Don't Say a Word (2001), alongside Michael Douglas and Brittany Murphy. He was a regular character on Joe Frank's radio program Work In Progress on KCRW. He was prominently featured in telephone conversations with Frank, such as those in the "Karma" series. Block was born in New York City, the son of Sonia (Kutcher), a travel agent, and Harold Block, who worked in the garment industry. 2Death Block died on October 7, 2012, three weeks before his 70th birthday. He is survived by his wife Jolly, children Zachary and Zoe, and brother Kenneth. 2Filmography Films Shamus (1973) - Springy Slap Shot (1977) - Peterboro Referee Heaven Can Wait (1978) - Peters Hardcore (1979) - Detective Burrows First Family (1980) - Gloria's Secret Service Agent #1 After Hours (1985) - Taxi Driver Cocktail (1988) - Bar Owner Robots (1988; direct-to-video) - Julius Enderby High Stakes (1989) - Harvey Betsy's Wedding (1990) - Barber My Blue Heaven (1990) - Defense Attorney Big Night (1996) - Man in Restaurant Dangerous Proposition (1998) - Dr. Butler Isn't She Great (2000) - Herbie Bait (2000) - Customer Don't Say a Word (2001) - Doorman Garmento (2002) - Store Manager Book of Danny (2002) - Harry Live at Five (2005; short film) - Chef Buddy Stealing Martin Lane (2005) - Nigel The Guitar (2008) - Mr. Faddis Triptosane (2010) - D