Killer Carvelli Framed Roger Rabbit II

When I met Charles Fleischer a few years ago, I thought he was very quiet and oddly funny.  Meeting him again last year, I found him about the same.
I complimented Fleischer on his lengthy career and all of the great voice over work he has done.  I also mentioned enjoying his character, Killer Carvelli, on tv's Welcome Back Kotter.  Unlike a few other actors, Fleischer seemed to like the fact that I recalled one of his semi-obscure roles.
Careers like Fleischer has had really interest me.  He certainly isn't as recognizable as many other actors.  He has had a lengthy and varied career, too.  It's an interesting mix and I think Fleischer is an interesting guy.  I just wish I was able to talk to him a bit more.  Oh well, maybe the third time will be the charm.

Charles Fleischer, me and Cuzz in Novi, MI-May 2010.

Killer Carvelli Framed Roger Rabbit

Charles Fleischer had a recurring role on tv's Welcome Back Kotter. Fleischer, as Killer Carvelli, was part of the non-Sweathogs group. He has gone on to other roles and a lot of voice work. I met him at the Hollywood Collectors Show earlier this year. He is one genuinely funny guy. His quick wit had many laughing hard. He jumped back and forth from sarcastic and edgy to warm and inviting. He laughed hard when I mentioned that I remember him from his Carvelli days. I seem to have a habit of remembering the offbeat roles.

Charles Fleischer and me at HCS in Rosemont, IL-Summer 2008.