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Uncle Floyd Show's Floyd Vivino Passes at 74

1/23/2026

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Floyd Vivino, the New Jersey comedian and pianist behind the Uncle Floyd Show, died on January 22, 2026, at age 74.
His brother announced the news on Facebook, noting the show’s impact on local television since its 1974 debut.
The Uncle Floyd Show featured performances and guests and earned tributes from stars including David Bowie.
A private funeral is planned by his family.
Tributes have flooded social media in remembrance.

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Floyd Vivino, the New Jersey comedian and pianist behind the Uncle Floyd Show, died on January 22, 2026, at age 74.
His brother announced the news on Facebook, noting the show’s impact on local television since its 1974 debut.
The Uncle Floyd Show featured performances and guests and earned tributes from stars including David Bowie.
A private funeral is planned by his family.
Tributes have flooded social media in remembrance.