Blind Item #8 - Reader Blind - Kindness

The character this deceased comic actor played on an iconic tv show and then a less popular spin-off became so identified with him that he started using the character's name combined with is own. Later, he made many appearances on this tv show aimed at Americans from a certain location and lifestyle who enjoyed a specific genre of music.

In his life, he raised at least seven figures for this sports organization that runs events for a certain type of person. He also acted as an official for many of these events.  In the state he was from, he was instrumental in raising huge sums for programs and institutions for these type of people. This was partly done through a sporting event that bore his name.