Harry Morgan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	April 10, 1915
Died	December 07, 2011 (age 96)
Birthplace	Detroit, Michigan, USA
Zodiac Sign	Aries - (see also Harry Morgan's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Rabbit
Generation	Greatest Generation
Known For	Starring as Colonel Sherman T. Potter in the TV series 'MAS*H' and as Officer Bill Gannon in 'Dragnet'.

Intro

Harry Morgan was an American actor and director best known for his roles in classic television series such as 'Dragnet' and 'M*A*S*H.' Over his career spanning more than six decades, Morgan became a familiar presence in both film and TV, particularly recognized for his portrayal of Colonel Sherman T. Potter on 'M*A*S*H.'

Early Life & Background

Harry Bratsberg (later Morgan) was born in Detroit, Michigan, and raised in Muskegon, Michigan. He attended the University of Chicago, where he participated in school plays before starting his acting career in summer stock and radio.

Career Highlights

Portrayed Colonel Sherman T. Potter on the hit television series 'M*A*S*H' (1975–1983), for which he won an Emmy Award.
Played Officer Bill Gannon on 'Dragnet' (1967–1970).
Appeared in more than 100 films, including 'High Noon' (1952), 'The Ox-Bow Incident' (1943), and 'Inherit the Wind' (1960).
Had a successful transition from film to television, with guest spots in numerous classic series such as 'Alfred Hitchcock Presents', 'The Twilight Zone', and 'Gunsmoke'.

Trivia

Morgan won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Variety or Music Series in 1980 for his role in 'M*A*S*H'.
He was known for his rapid wit and dry humor both on and off screen.
He legally changed his last name from Bratsberg to Morgan for his professional career.

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