Facts About Paul Lynde
He was a funny guy who led a troubled life.
For those of us of a certain age, when we hear the name, “Paul Lynde” we think of “Hollywood Squares.” Of course, there was so much more to Paul Lynde’s career in movies, TV, and on Broadway.
While Lynde tried to keep his sexuality under wraps, the fact that he was gay is pretty well known now. It’s not something I’m going to dwell on in this article.
While Lynde had an excellent career, there is the nagging feeling he could have been an even bigger star. That opportunity vanished when he died of a heart attack at the age of 55. With the bleakness addressed, here are some things you might not have known about Paul Lynde.
1: Paul Lynde had a drinking problem and was by all accounts, he was a mean drunk.
We’ve seen how witty Lynde can be when he was the center square on Hollywood Squares. When Paul didn’t use his power for good, things could get ugly.
2: Paul also dealt with a weight problem.
However, by the time he got to Hollywood Squares, he fit nicely into the center square.
