Curiosidades

Played Lou the mechanic in a series of AC Delco commercials. He was so convincing that people would actually come up to him and tell him their car problems.

When Peter Criss of KISS failed to show for looping in Kiss e o Fantasma das Trevas (1978) Alden did the looping instead, uncredited.

Retired in 2006 at the age of 82.

His star turn came in Andy (1965), about a 40-year-old mentally disabled son of Greek immigrants in New York, who sets out for a last night of seedy adventures before his parents commit him to an asylum.

Studied at Texas Christian University in Texas. Served in the US army during World War II where he was stationed in Europe.

His partner of more than 30 years was Linda Thieben, and her two sons and daughter were referred to as Alden's stepchildren.

He also performed in commercials, most notably as Lou the mechanic in AC Delco advertisements.

He was cremated and his ashes are with his family.

Survived by son Brent Alden and daughter, Ashley from a previous marriage; two stepsons, Randy Thieben and Kevin Thieben; a stepdaughter, Sherri Thieben; with his partner of more than 30 years, Linda Thieben of Los Angeles,. He is also survived by a step granddaughter.

Last surviving cast member of The Sword in the Stone (1963).

Uncle of automotive writer/talk show host Ed Wallace. Wallace hosts Wheels With Ed Wallace on KLIF-AM/Dallas.