Worcester Magazine

Here's to you, Big Ragoo: Remembering breakout TV role for Worcester's Eddie Mekka

Fifty years ago, on Feb. 3, 1976, Worcester’s own Eddie Mekka made his television debut as Carmine “The Big Ragoo” Ragusa on “Laverne & Shirley.” ...
WTVD

Eddie Mekka, known for role as Carmine Ragusa in 'Laverne & Shirley,' dies at 69

NEWHALL, California -- Actor Eddie Mekka, who was best known for his role as Carmine "The Big Ragu" Ragusa in the sitcom "Laverne & Shirley," has died at the age of 69. "It is with deep regret that we ...

Remembering Eddie Mekka, ‘Laverne & Shirley’s Carmine ‘Big Ragoo’ Ragusa

Eddie Mekka will always be remembered as Carmine Ragusa, better known as “The Big Ragoo,” the singer who added old-school charm to Laverne & Shirley. As the series approaches its 50th anniversary on ...
The Daily Progress

Greased up

First, the Big Ragu will explain the difference between a schlemiel and a schlimazel. Then, DJ Vince Fontaine will demonstrate the hand jive. And before the Brown Mercedes-Benz Broadway in ...