Ed Gale, the actor best known for his physical portrayal of the menacing Chucky doll in several films, died Tuesday at the age of 61. Gale passed away in a Los Angeles hospice, according to a source present at the time of his death, as confirmed to TMZ.

A Life Remembered with Humor

the declaration of Gale’s death was made by his niece, Kayse gale, in a Facebook post characterized by dark humor. She wrote that Ed Gale has bowed out and is now headlining in the afterlife, adding she was writing with the heavy heart and an surprisingly light coffin. This was a reference to Gale’s small stature, a result of navism.

From Michigan to Hollywood

Born in Plainwell, Michigan, Gale moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career. Over time, he appeared in more than 130 films, television shows, and advertisements. However, he is most recognized for his role as the physical embodiment of the Chucky doll, beginning with the 1988 film Child’s Play, which launched the accomplished horror franchise.

Gale’s physical performance was crucial for scenes where Chucky was shown moving entirely on his own, despite Gale being larger than the doll. He also performed the scene where Chucky is set on fire in a fireplace. Gale reprised the role in Child’s Play 2 (1990) and Bride of Chucky (1998).

Legal Controversy

At the time of his death, Gale was under investigation for allegedly soliciting sexual relations with minors.In 2023, the los Angeles Times reported that he admitted to attempting to meet a teenager for sex and engaging in sexually explicit online conversations.