Frank Aletter
American actor in 'The Love Boat'
Born
January 14th, 1926
99 years ago
Died
May 13th, 2009
16 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor contributed to television and film, primarily recognized for work in the series 'The Love Boat', where played the role of Dr. Adam Bricker. Aletter also had appearances in other television series and films, displaying a range of acting skills across different genres. In addition, he performed in stage productions and was involved in voice acting, showcasing versatility in performance arts throughout his career.
Played Dr. Adam Bricker in 'The Love Boat'
Appeared in 'The Twilight Zone'
Performed in Broadway productions
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