Al Molinaro, who we all knew and loved as the chef on "Happy Days", died on Thursday. He was 96.

Molinaro played Big Al Delvecchio, the owner of Arnold's Drive-In, in the classic hit TV series. He also appeared in the "Happy Days" spinoff "Joani Loves Chachi".

Originally from Kenosha, Wisconsin, Molinaro also appeared in "The Odd Couple", "Punky Brewster" and "Step By Step".

He is survived by his wife, Betty and his son Michael.

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