Joey Vieira

TV Actor

Birthday April 8, 1944

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace California

Age 80 years old

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About

Initially known for his childhood role of Porky Brockway in the popular television series Lassie, this American actor later appeared in episodes of Hank, Remington Steele, and Married with Children.

Before Fame

Early in his career, he performed under the stage name of Donald Keeler.

Trivia

During Vieira's time on Lassie, the series received two Emmy Awards.

Family Life

His brother, Ken Weatherwax, played the role of Pugsley Addams in the ABC series The Addams Family, and his aunt, Ruby Keeler, became famous for her role in the 1933 film version of the musical 42nd Street.

Associated With

He acted with Charlton Heston in the 1955 film The Private War of Major Benson.