William Schallert - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 06, 1922 |
|---|---|
| Age | 103 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also William Schallert's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Playing Martin Lane on 'The Patty Duke Show', as well as roles in 'Star Trek', 'The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis', and hundreds of other TV and film appearances. |
Intro
William Schallert was an American character actor with a career spanning over six decades in television and film. He was best known for his prolific work on classic TV series, notably as Patty Lane’s father on 'The Patty Duke Show.'
Early Life & Background
William Schallert was born on July 6, 1922, in Los Angeles, California. He attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) where he was involved in the school's dramatic arts activities. Schallert served in World War II in the Army Air Forces before embarking on his long and varied acting career.
Career Highlights
- Played Martin Lane on 'The Patty Duke Show' (1963–1966)
- President of the Screen Actors Guild from 1979 to 1981
- Appeared in numerous television shows, including 'Star Trek', 'The Twilight Zone', 'Get Smart', 'The Wild Wild West', and 'Gunsmoke'
- Regular roles in ‘The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis’, ‘The Smurfs’ (as a voice actor), and guest spots on ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’ and 'Desperate Housewives'
- Featured in films such as 'In the Heat of the Night' (1967) and 'The Man from Planet X' (1951)
Trivia
- He was the son of Edwin Schallert, a longtime drama editor of the Los Angeles Times.
- William Schallert was also a founding member of the Circle Theatre in Los Angeles.
- He voiced several characters in animated series, notably in 'The Smurfs.'
- He served two years as the President of the Screen Actors Guild.
FAQs
People also ask
William Schallert is 103 years old.
William Schallert was born the 6 July 1922.
Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 6th, 1922, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 6th, 1922 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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