Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic with bushy hair and massive mustache, dies at 100 (opens original article in a new tab)

Gene Shalit, a long-time 'Today' show movie critic known for his unique appearance and wit, has died at 100.

• Gene Shalit, known for his distinctive appearance and movie reviews on 'Today' show, died at 100.
• Shalit joined 'Today' in 1970 and became arts editor in 1973, known for his 'Critic's Corner' segment.
• Shalit was noted for his wit and influence in shifting movie review focus from print to television.