The Lynn Hauldren Company / Paramount Television (1979-1984) ", The Hauldrens' 34-year-old daughter, Jamie, who works in the human resources department at the Chicago Tribune, remembers life being "fun and entertaining during my teenage years, having the Empire Carpet Man for a father. The company's television and web ads feature the "Empire Man" character. They found acclaim in August 2017 when they remixed Chance The Rapper's "All Night.". Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Hauldren's legacy with the company continues through animations and even bobble head toys. He just loved it.". He currently resides in United States. The group also released a live performance video entitled Chordiac Arrest! [6][self-published source?]. [7] The "Empire Man" has been seen internationally in commercials and other media, has spawned a line of collectible bobblehead dolls and inspired the Chicago Cubs to declare an official "Empire Day" at Wrigley Field in 2007.[8]. Recently deceased Empire Carpet spokesman Elmer Lynn Hauldren is officially IMMORTAL -- because TMZ has learned, Empire Carpet is adamant about continuing to . Lynn will always have a special place in the hearts of many. ", "I liked Lynn's read," Cohen says, shrugging. Empire Today's advertising jingle, which has been broadcast since 1977, is a widely recognized theme. Add to your scrapbook. A Decade After Forbes' Investigation, 'Diva Of Distressed' Lynn Tilton He was a symbol of what Empire wants to be, and I can't think of anything better than Lynn playing the Empire Man. "People are good-natured," he said, "but once in a while they'll grab at you and say, 'Here's that carpet dude!' Mr. Hauldren is survived by his wife, Helen; five other children; and 15 grandchildren. Lynn Hauldren is 1 of the celebs with the age 89 years (age at death) old. He's warm and folksy, like your neighbor down the street. A cause of death wasn't given but Michalek said he had been sick. "I think he appealed to people because he was so genuine," said his son. Voice of Empire carpet, '588-2300' Elmer Lynn Hauldren dies at age 89 This decision launched him into pop culture stardom. Hauldren was the father of 6, grandfather of 18 and great-grandfather of 10. The map below shows the places where the ancestors of the famous person lived. David is now married. family during this time.". When we were singing together, it was total fun all the time." Six children Joe, Ryan, 15 grand-children10 great-grandchildren. Family members linked to this person will appear here. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Empire Carpet Man Dies - NBC Chicago English Their childrenElmer Lynn3 daughters ____________________________A decorated World War II veteran Mr. Hauldren served with the U.S. Army in Calcutta, India in Asia for four years as a 23-year-old radio operator during World War II along the Burma Road from India to China, he volunteered to deliver supplies to Chinese port cities starving from a Japanese naval blockade.To get there, 100 truckloads drove over 1,500 miles down dusty trails from India down the Burma Road to China where Hauldren's unit came under fire. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Empire Today's advertising is prevalent throughout major metro areas across North America. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Elmer Lynn Hauldren, better known as the Empire Carpet Man, was 89. Chicagoans all over the world were saddened by the death of Empire Carpet Man, Lynn Hauldren. "Lynn is so patient with people, so kind," she says. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. A cause of death wasn't given but Michalek said he had been sick. American advertising copywriter who was best known for originating the television character The Empire Man, the spokesman for Empire Today, Born on Saturday, April 1, 1922 "It is true, he can't go outside without being recognized. Featured as a part of Most popular Celebrity. She has a net worth of $1 million. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Hauldren began appearing in Empire. [citation needed]. He just loved the Chicago skyline. Famous faces star in lives of South students, families When Hauldren visited the area in 2005, he was greeted as a hero by locals.[5]. warmth. He said he was never a performer in any sense until he created the Empire Man character. Search above to list available cemeteries. He's on a monthly contract whether he works or not. Learn more about managing a memorial . In 1977, Hauldren was working on the Empire Carpet account and could not find an actor the company approved of for the role of The Empire Man in a commercial scheduled to be shot. After the war, Mr. Hauldren worked as a copywriter with advertising agencies including Young & Rubicam, Bozell Jacobs and DDB Needham. Hauldren, better known as the Empire Carpet Man, was the face behind the carpet company since the 1970's, and worked until his death, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. The groups, which have performed 300 times over the past few years, are Hauldren's passion. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Lynn was born on April 1, 1922 in .