About
Character actor whose career spanned several decades and was known for his roles in both cult films and television, including The Creation of the Humanoids in 1962 and Merlin's Shop of Mystical Wonders in 1996, as well as guest roles on popular television series like Cheers and Highway to Heaven.
Before Fame
His first known screen appearance was in the late 1950s. His early roles often involved uncredited parts, including his appearance as a quiz show emcee in Bombers B-52 in 1957. He had a significant role in The Creation of the Humanoids in 1962 and in the TV movie In Love and War in 1987.
Trivia
He had a major role in the 1962 film The Creation of the Humanoids, which gained a cult following for its philosophical exploration of artificial intelligence and humanity. He played Merlin in Merlin's Shop of Mystical Wonders in 1996, which introduced him to a new generation of viewers after the film was featured on Mystery Science Theater 3000.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. He died in Los Angeles, California, on May 28th, 2010.
Associated With
His film, Merlin's Shop of Mystical Wonders, was featured on Mystery Science Theater 3000 starring Michael Nelson and Kevin Murphy.
