Billy De Wolfe

American actor in comedic roles

Billy De Wolfe - American actor in comedic roles
Born

1907
118 years ago

Died

March 5th, 1974
51 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor primarily recognized for stage and screen performances. Gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s, particularly for roles in television and film comedies. Achieved acclaim for performances in Broadway productions, and later transitioned to television, where significant roles included appearances on shows like 'The Dick Van Dyke Show' and 'The Brady Bunch'. Also appeared in films such as 'The Trouble with Harry'.

Starred in 'The Dick Van Dyke Show'

Appeared in 'The Brady Bunch'

Featured in 'The Trouble with Harry'

Performed on Broadway

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