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William Schallert

William Schallert

Actor · born 6 July 1922 · Los Angeles, California, U.S.

William Joseph Schallert (July 6, 1922 – May 8, 2016) was an American character actor who appeared in dozens of television shows and films over a career spanning more than 60 years. He is known for his roles on Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1957–1959), Death Valley Days (1955–1962), and The Patty Duke Show (1963–1966).

Schallert was born in Los Angeles, California, the son of Edwin Francis Schallert, a longtime drama critic for the Los Angeles Times, and Elza Emily Schallert (née Baumgarten), a magazine writer and radio host. He began acting while a student at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) but left to become an Army Air Corps fighter pilot in World War II. He returned to UCLA after the war and graduated in 1946.

Where to start: Singin' in the Rain (1952).

As actor 120

TV shows 62

Frequently asked questions

What is the best William Schallert movie?

By viewer score, Singin' in the Rain (1952) at 8.1/10.

What are William Schallert’s most popular movies?

Gremlins, Singin' in the Rain, Innerspace.

How many movies has William Schallert made?

120 films on TMDB, 120 as actor.

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