How will you remember Gailard Sartain, the beloved *Hee Haw* star and versatile character actor?
Remembering Gailard Sartain: *Hee Haw* Star, Actor, and Artist Dies at 78
Gailard Sartain, the multi-talented actor, comedian, and illustrator, passed away on June 17, 2025, at age 78. Best known for his long-running role on *Hee Haw*, Sartain also appeared in major films like *The Buddy Holly Story*, *Mississippi Burning*, *The Outsiders*, and *Fried Green Tomatoes*. He began his career in Tulsa with a cult TV character, Dr. Mazeppa Pompazoidi, and was a trained fine artist whose illustrations appeared on albums and in magazines. With a distinctive blend of humor, warmth, and visual creativity, Sartain leaves behind a legacy cherished by both fans and colleagues in the entertainment and art worlds.
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- As a comic icon from *Hee Haw*
- For his film roles in classics
- As a brilliant illustrator/artist
- Didn’t know much about him