The Town of Wilton is mourning the loss of actor and author Charles Grodin – the town’s down-to-Earth celebrity.

Grodin died Tuesday in Wilton from bone marrow cancer, his family said. He was 86.

Charles Grodin was a scene stealer in dozens of movies including “Midnight Run” and “Beethoven.”

He also played many roles at the Ridgefield Playhouse, where he was a board member.

Grodin got involved with the small theater in 2008 and loved to stop by and speak with the staff.

Known for his dead-pan style and everyday looks, Grodin also appeared in “Dave,” “The Woman in Red,” “Rosemary’s Baby” and “Heaven Can Wait.” On Broadway, he starred with Ellen Burstyn in the long-running 1970s comedy “Same Time, Next Year,” and he found many other outlets for his talents.

AP Wire Services were used in this report.