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Born
May 14, 1957Died: Jan 20, 2001
Lived 43 years
Known For
Acting
Gender
Male

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Dan Gallagher

Acting

Biography
Dan Gallagher (May 14, 1957 – January 20, 2001) was a prominent Canadian broadcaster recognized for his influential roles in television. Gallagher achieved fame as the host of MuchMusic's game show "Test Pattern" from 1989 to 1991 and previously as a VJ and host of the "Pepsi Power Hour" during the 1980s. His tenure extended to CBC Television's "Video Hits" from 1991 to 1993, marking his impact across multiple music-related programs. His untimely passing on January 20, 2001, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, marked a loss in the broadcasting community.
Hostage for a Day poster

Hostage for a Day

as Security Patrolman
1994
Freakshow poster

Freakshow

as Bloater
1989