Ned Wertimer appeared in a variety of television programs in his career including "WKRP in Cincinnati", "Car 54, Where Are You?", and "Mork & Mindy".

Over 100 credits in all, it was his role on the "Jeffersons" that made him a household name for 11 seasons (1975-1984), playing Ralph, the Doorman.

Wertimer also had a Broadway pedigree replacing the once famous Paul Lynde in 1961's version of "Bye Bye Birdie".  His film credits include the 1964 classic, "Santa Claus Conquers The Martians".

Ned Wertimer was 89 years old when he died on January 2.  Here's a quick tribute to the man:

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