Gordon Jump - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 01, 1932 |
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| Died | September 22, 2003 (age 71) |
| Birthplace | Dayton, Ohio, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Gordon Jump's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Playing Arthur 'Big Guy' Carlson on 'WKRP in Cincinnati' and the 'Maytag Repairman' in commercials. |
Intro
Gordon Jump was an American actor best known for his role as Arthur 'Big Guy' Carlson, the station manager on the television sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati.' He was also recognized for his recurring role as the 'Maytag Repairman' in commercials and for his appearances in various TV series throughout his career.
Early Life & Background
Gordon Jump was born in Dayton, Ohio, in 1932. He attended Otterbein College in Westerville, Ohio, where he studied journalism and broadcasting. Prior to starting his acting career, Jump worked in radio and held jobs as a sales manager and DJ.
Career Highlights
- Played Arthur 'Big Guy' Carlson on 'WKRP in Cincinnati' (1978–1982)
- Portrayed the 'Maytag Repairman' in commercials from 1989 to 2003
- Appeared in TV shows such as 'The Partridge Family,' 'The Brady Bunch,' and 'Green Acres'
- Guest-starred as Mr. Horton in a two-part 'Diff'rent Strokes' episode
Trivia
- Replaced Jesse White as the Maytag Repairman in 1989
- Was a member of the Kappa Phi Omega fraternity at Otterbein College
- Known for his gentle demeanor both on and off screen
FAQs
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Gordon Jump was born the 1 April 1932.
Dayton, Ohio, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 1st, 1932, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 1, 1932, President Herbert Hoover made a statement addressing the challenges faced by the automobile industry during the Great Depression. He emphasized the importance of the industry to the American economy and called for support to stabilize it.
- Day of the week: April 1st, 1932 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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