Shelly Desai, 'It's Always Sunny' and 'Men of A Certain Age' Actor, Dies at 90

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Shelly Desai, a Bombay-born character actor known for his recurring roles on the TV shows "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and "Men of A Certain Age", has died at the age of 90. Desai passed away on February 10, 2026 in Los Angeles, with his family announcing his death. The cause of death was not disclosed.

Why it matters

Desai was a prolific character actor who appeared in dozens of TV shows and films over the course of his five-decade career, bringing his talents to a wide range of roles. His passing marks the end of an era for a versatile performer who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.

The details

Born in Bombay, British India in 1935, Desai came to the United States in the 1960s to pursue a master's degree in engineering, but ultimately chose to pursue acting instead. He built an extensive career with appearances in shows like "St. Elsewhere", "Hill Street Blues", "Friends", and "Curb Your Enthusiasm". Desai was perhaps best known for his recurring roles as Carlos on "Men of a Certain Age" and as the menacing landlord Hwang on "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia".

• Shelly Desai was born on December 3, 1935 in Bombay, British India.
• Desai passed away on February 10, 2026 in Los Angeles.
• A month before his passing, Desai was still on set, filming three AT&T commercials.