He began his career as a childrens television host and puppeteer on local TV in his native New York.
McCann made guest appearances inThe Greatest American Hero,One Day at a Time, St.
Elsewhere, Mad About You, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Boston Legal, and more.
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His first major film role was in the 1968 dramaThe Heart is a Lonely Hunteropposite an Oscar-nominated Alan Arkin.
He went on to star in the 1971 comedyThe Projectionist, which made use of his talent for impressions.
His other film roles includeStoryville, Robin Hood: Men in Tights,andHerbie Rides Again.
McCann is survived by his wife, former William Morris executive Elizabeth Fanning, and two daughters.
