RIP Jack Klugman

[horses4courses]

Famous for playing Oscar in "The Odd Couple", Jack Klugman passed away today.
A big horse racing fan and owner, he had some good ones over the years, including Jaklin Klugman (3rd in 1980 KY Derby to Genuine Risk).
May he rest in peace.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/people/2012/12/24/jack-klugman-dies/1789879/

[Tom]

Man, this is one tough Christmas.
A horse player and great entertainer.
RIP, Oscar!

Maybe they will scatter his ashes over Felix's living room!

[TJDave]

Maybe they will scatter his ashes over Felix's living room!

I just peed my Depends. :lol:

[thaskalos]

One of my all-time favorites.

I talked with him briefly at Arlington Park a long time ago...and he was as nice as he could be.

He told me that all he ever wanted out of life was to outlive Tony Randall. :)

RIP Jack...and thanks for the memories.

[wisconsin]

Loved Jack.

My dad once played the horses with Klugman at the Stardust for an afternoon.

[Stillriledup]

Hopefully Santa Anita can name a good race after him.

RIP Jack, you'll be missed.

[Red Knave]

In one Odd Couple episode, Oscar and Felix are looking at a high security apartment (I think) when a bell goes off and Oscar, reaching into his pocket, says 'Gee, can you bet here?'.

We are all in agreement that he will be missed. RIP Jack.

[MickJ26]

Five dollars for socks.
There's no such thing as a sure thing. That's why they call it gambling.

R.I.P. Oscar

Thank you for 90 wonderful years.

[usedtolovetvg]

He was what every gambler aspires to be. He lived life his way, was a huge success at his job, got to fire away whenever he wanted and died peacefully at 90. Who could ask for anything more. Thank you Jack or all the joy you brought to so many people. You are my hero and idol.

[KirisClown]

Old video of Jack Klugman at Saratoga watching Jaklin Klugman win..

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[lamboguy]

never met Klugman, but loved him, his love for life and his outward personality.

he is another great owner in this game that will never be replaced and always missed.

for Jack and his family, thank you for all the memories that you left behind.

[cratman]

Thanks for the link. Brought back memories. I was there that day, rooted for the horse and for the owner as I was a fan of the Odd Couple.

Cratman

[NY BRED]

I was fortunate to spend a few minutes with Jack in an
OTB parlor located in Rockand County,NY when I believe he visited his daughter.

Attached is a link to the Paulick report with some interesting highlights
regarding Jacklin and sevral parties connected to the horse and Jack.

an incredible actor, and a totally passionate owner and fan of
Thoroughbred racing.

RIP Jack..







http://www.paulickreport.com/news/ray-s-paddock/rip-jack-klugman-actor-horseplayer-breeder-owner/

[badcompany]

In one Odd Couple episode, Oscar and Felix are looking at a high security apartment (I think) when a bell goes off and Oscar, reaching into his pocket, says 'Gee, can you bet here?'.

We are all in agreement that he will be missed. RIP Jack.

From a horseracing standpoint, the Odd Couple was easily the best sitcom ever.

My favorite exchange was when Oscar tried to explain horse betting to Felix:

Felix: So, your horse can come in third and you still win?

Oscar: Yes.

Felix: And you've been losing all these years!!

:lol:

[dinque]

if you did not love jack klugman you should not be logging in to this website

[jk3521]

Everyone forgets what a great dramatic actor he was! Twelve Angry Men...etc.

[castaway01]

Everyone forgets what a great dramatic actor he was! Twelve Angry Men...etc.

He was quite good in "Days of Wine and Roses" as a guy trying to help alcoholic Jack Lemmon stay sober (and of course Lemmon would later play Felix in the Odd Couple movie).

RIP Mr. Klugman.

[CryingForTheHorses]

He was great!!...I loved him and Felix.My dad and I would watch the odd couple all the time and we always had a good laugh..R I P Mr Klugman I will miss you

[NY BRED]

Broadway lights will be dimmed tonight to honor Jack.

:ThmbUp:

[classhandicapper]

Some people are just especially likeable and Jack Klugman was certainly one of them.

That was a pretty sharp race by Jacklin Klugman in that Travers Prep. I vaguely remember the race, but I don't recall the figure I gave to it. ;)

[overthehill]

I remember jack klugman being interviewed about his his horse jacklin ,, and how he met his partner in the horse. they used to sit in the same section but never spoke. one day klugman tapped out early and was about to leave when the other guy asked him why he was leaving so early. klugman told him he lost his money for the day so he was leaving. the guy offered to lend him some money to bet on the remaining races and they became friends after that.