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Leonia NJ, the former home of actor Alan Alda’s has hit the market for nearly $1.8 million. Alda is best known for his role as Captain Hawkeye Pierce in the TV series “MAS*H,” which aired from 1972 to 1983.
Alda began his career in the 1950s and has since appeared in numerous films and television shows. He has received numerous awards for his acting, including six Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award.
In addition to his work in entertainment, Alda is also a science enthusiast and has been involved in promoting scientific literacy. He hosted the television series “Scientific American Frontiers” from 1993 to 2005, and he has also written several books on science and communication, including “If I Understood You, Would I Have This Look on My Face?” and “Things I Overheard While Talking to Myself.”
Overall, Alda is a highly respected figure in the entertainment industry and beyond, known for his talent, humor, and commitment to promoting science and communication.
The star once lived in the now-listed Leonia home at 177 Park Ave., and now the spectacular colonial could be yours.
Measuring nearly 3,500 square feet, the six-bedroom, five-bathroom home was sold by Alda and his wife in 2002 for $740,000, according to NJ Parcels.
Built in 1926, the three-story home sits on half of an acre, and features a patio, tennis court and a detached, two-car garage, all surrounded by a landscaped “park-like” backyard, according to the real estate listing.
Inside is a spacious center hall, a large dining room with stained-glass windows, and a living room with a dual-stone fireplace. Furthermore, there is a library with a powder room, and a high-end kitchen with custom cabinetry, marble counters and a beverage station, the listing by Cavalier Realty Group said.
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