Ken Osmond

American actor from Leave It to Beaver

Ken Osmond - American actor from Leave It to Beaver
Born

1943
82 years ago

Died

May 18th, 2020
4 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actor and police officer from the United States, best recognized for portraying Eddie Haskell on the television series Leave It to Beaver, which aired from 1957 to 1963. After the show's conclusion, transitioned to a career in law enforcement, serving with the Los Angeles Police Department. Returned to acting in the 1980s, reprising the role of Eddie Haskell in various television specials and reunions related to Leave It to Beaver.

Portrayed Eddie Haskell in Leave It to Beaver

Served as a police officer with LAPD

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