David Frye Died

David Frye, a comedian known for his impression of President Richard M. Nixon, died at the age of 77 in Las Vegas. The New York Times reports that he died of cardiopulmonary arrest.

He gained his national fame in the late 60’s and early 70’s with his political impressions. During the Nixon administration is when he really gained popularity. He was on television regularly and headlined at clubs.

He recorded four comedy albums in the early 70’s, all with Nixon referenced in the title. For example his 1970 album was entitled I Am the President and his 1973 album was Richard Nixon: A Fantasy.

Frye told Esquire magazine in 1971, “I do Nixon not by copying his real actions but by feeling his attitude, which is that he cannot believe that he really is president.”

He is survived by his sister, Ruth.