Bill Bixby
Television actor, director, producer
Born
January 22nd, 1934
91 years ago
Died
November 21st, 1993
31 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor and director noted for work on television. Starred as David Banner in the series The Incredible Hulk, which aired from 1978 to 1982. Also featured in other notable TV series such as My Favorite Martian and The Courtship of Eddie's Father. Bixby directed episodes of series including The Incredible Hulk and Goodnight, Beantown. His contributions to television extended to producing and hosting, leaving a mark on the industry.
Starred as David Banner in The Incredible Hulk
Played Tim O'Hara in My Favorite Martian
Directed and produced various television series
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