Emil Sitka ~

The Fourth Stooge

        "The most important actor in most Stooges films, besides the Stooges themselves, was the sharp-nosed, wide-eyed Emil Sitka... His presence was such a mainstay of the operation that many thought of him as an undeclared 'fourth Stooge.'"

                                       -Moe Feinberg, Larry Fine's brother

                                         Larry The Stooge In the Middle


 

EMIL SITKA FAN CLUB MISSION STATEMENT:

To communicate with friends and fans of Emil Sitka, share information about his life and career, preserve the cultural heritage of the Hollywood productions in which he participated, and promote his legacy as The Fourth Stooge.


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Fans' Comments



"Saxon, I've always admired your dad's versatility and expert comic timing. Whenever he appears on screen it's like seeing an old friend."
- Michael Townsend Wright, 4/16/2012

I always loved Emil's work ("hold hands you lovebirds!"). Bought a magazine he signed (contained an article about him) a number of years ago on Ebay, and I still like looking at it, a connection to the Stooges who gave me so much enjoyment as a kid, to this day.
- Mike Brooks, 4/15/2012

I knew your father when I was minister of the First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles and he was a member (1969-1976). He was absolutely one of the nicest people I have ever known. I think about him often.
- Peter Christiansen, 4/14/2012

Kramer of Seinfeld fame is a direct copy of Emil.
- Bill McD., 4/13/2012

Let us know what you think of the new Stooge movie... Your Dad was great.. I love his LOVEBIRDS routine.
- John Gregg, 4/13/2012

Your father was really funny. I enjoyed looking at the site...
- John Gregg, 2/17/2012

I enjoy seeing Emil's appearances with the 3 Stooges..over and over again. Never gets old. Wish I had met him. God Bless
- Spero Karoutsos, 1/16/2012

Congratulations to this website! Emil made the childhood of thousands much happier. People like him never die, just wait in heaven.
- Ricardo Bourhenne, 1/4/2012

Hello! Just dropped by to say GREAT website -- Emil was a great actor. My favorite one of his shorts with the Stooges was "Who Done It." "Be careful! My furniture!" *SMASH* I don't know what made his voice that way, but it was perfect for his characters!!! :) I'm very glad a website was made about him -- he certainly was a "fourth stooge!" Thanks again!
- Carly Lei, 9/18/2011

A little downtime at work so i was trolling around some Stooge sites and ran upon this one. Loved Emil. I always knew an episode would be just a little bit better with Emil in the cast. My favorite role was when he was just constantly pummeled as he was trying to marry off Shemp. I remember how he struggled to get the lines out toward the end of the film..."Hold hands you lovebirds". I don't know much about the premise of the Three Stooges movie being produced but i hope the Farrelly brothers remember and recognize Emil in the movie.
- Mitchell Smith, 9/7/2011

I always enjoyed the stooges and emil sitka seemed to be in more than a few episodes. his timing was great and he was so funny
- sarge upton, 9/6/2011

I loved Mr. Sitka's work. He definitely was a major part of the Stooges.
     - Kiko Derderian, 8/27/2011


It was great hearing you on Radio Once More..been a huge Stooge fan since I can remember. Your dad was THE best supporter in Stooge History.
     - Roger
Scales, 8/8/2011

Loved him in Space Patrol, and I credit him in my book.
     - Jean-Noel Bassior, 7/25/2011
       (www.spacepatrolbook.com
)

Your dad was great. i have all their movies and shorts and watch them at least twice a week. He would of been a great stooge! Thanks for your website.
     - John Gerardi, 7/20/2011

I often watch The 3 Stooges on Antenna TV on Saturday nights. I know the stuff is corny and slapstick but it is fun nonetheless. Emil Sitka has caught my eye in watching numerous 3 Stooges short films as he has a certain charm all his own; I look forward to seeing him now.
     - David Stear, 6/6/2011

Thank you for the detailed information / history on Mr. Sitka. I have been a fan since childhood and can now appreciate his dedication and talent even more.
"your drink Madam".....
      - Sincerely, Jim L., 6/8/2011


Thank you for honoring your dad with a nice website. I am the chief administrator for a physicians office and surgery center and am known for my affinity of the characters that played in the stooge shorts and your father was the best and cracked me up (but not as good looking as Christine McIntyre). His double takes and how he could take a punch was great.
     - Dale Taylor, 5/29/2011

I've always enjoyed Emil's work, and now that I've completed my collection of The Three Stooges shorts, I'll be looking for him as I watch them over time. I'm sorry I didn't get to meet any of the Stooges or Emil -- I certainly grew up watching them in the '60s on TV.
     - Chris Brown, 4/23/2011


I watched "Brideless Groom" minutes ago (perhaps for the 200th time) and I must say how much I admire Mr. Sitka. Of his many other roles, I like him very much in "Who Done It." He was always a pleasure to watch.
     - Airton G., 1/15/2011


I really enjoyed Emil Sitka. First of all, thank you for creating this site on the internet. Second, I would like to know how to become an official member of Emil Sitka's fan club if it just wouldn't cost too much of my allowance.
     - Ernest A., 1/12/2011

I always enjoy the stooges for a laugh. The coined phrase for Emil Sitka, "Hold hands you lovebirds," is a classic!
     - Stephen P., 1/12/2011

Your father was the best.
     - Carlos L., 1/8/2011

I grew up in the 50s and 60s watching the Three Stooges on TV. I remember Emil Sitka very well. Stooge shorts wouldn't be the same without actors like him. He and the Stooges brought a young boy many hours of pleasure growing up.
     - Jim McC., 1/7/2011

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