Joseph Isaac Fleishaker (November 25, 1953 – May 23, 2016) was an American character actor best known for his appearances in low-budget cult and horror comedy movies.
In addition to his work with Troma, Fleishaker appeared at least twelve times as a bit player on Late Night/Late Show with David Letterman during the 1990s, acting in various comedy sketches.
In July 2012, Fleishaker was rushed to the hospital where he was diagnosed as suffering from kidney, heart and lung failure, weighing nearly 525 pounds (238 kg).
[1] On June 3, 2014, a GoFundMe account was opened in Fleishaker's name, aiming to raise $50,000 to help cover his ongoing medical costs and continued treatment.
[citation needed] Fleishaker died on May 25, 2016, at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx of a possible heart attack.