Leslie Nielsen was one of the established Canadian-American actors who made it big in the world of entertainment with his versatile acting. Starting off as an Air Force officer, he soon got relieved from his duties and joined the entertainment buzz world as a disc jockey. No sooner he received a scholarship from Neighbourhood Playhouse which helped him make a debut on television in 1948. In a short span, he made more than 50 television appearances. In 1956, he made his entry into the big screen and rest as they say is history. He continued to show his talent throughout his career - appearing in more than 100 films and 1500 television shows. In his career spanning a little over six decades, he played more than 220 characters. Interestingly, Nielsen acted in various genres - be it drama, comedy or serious roles but earned much admiration as a comedian. He was bestowed with numerous awards in his lifetime including induction into the Hollywood and Canadian Hall of Fame.