Actors who died on April 22

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on April 22. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1978 Will Geer

  Will Geer was an American actor and social activist, best known for his role as Grandpa Zebulon Walton on the television series 'The Waltons.' He had a long career in theater, film, and television, and was also known for his work in social justice and environmentalism. [bio]

• 1983 Walter Slezak

  Walter Slezak was an Austrian-born actor known for his work in both European and American films and theater. He enjoyed a successful career spanning several decades, appearing in notable projects such as 'Lifeboat' (1944), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, and the Broadway musical 'Fanny,' for which he won a Tony Award. [bio]