Anson Williams

Actor and director from Happy Days

Anson Williams - Actor and director from Happy Days
Born

September 25th, 1949
76 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Active in entertainment since the 1970s, contributions included acting, directing, and singing. Gained prominence as Potsie Weber on the television series Happy Days, which aired from 1974 to 1984. Expanded into directing, working on various television shows. Pursued a career in music with several songs released in the 1970s. Engagement in educational and motivational speaking also noted.

Portrayed Potsie Weber in Happy Days

Directed episodes of various TV series

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