kenneth tobey actor full biography
Kenneth Tobey was an American actor with a career spanning over five decades, known for his work in film and television, particularly in science fiction and Westerns. He was born on March 23, 1917, in Oakland, California, and died on December 22, 2002.
Early Life and Education:
Tobey initially pursued a legal career, attending the University of California, Berkeley.
He developed an interest in acting while at university, leading him to study at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York City.
During World War II, he served in the US Army Air Forces as a B-25 bomber gunner.
Acting Career:
Film:
Tobey's film career began in 1947, and he became known for his roles in science fiction and monster movies, including "The Thing from Another World" (1951), "The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms" (1953), and "It Came from Beneath the Sea" (1955). He also appeared in Westerns like "Gunfight at the O.K. Corral" (1957) and "The Wings of Eagles" (1957). He later appeared in comedies like "Airplane!" (1980), "Gremlins" (1984), and "Big Top Pee-wee" (1988).
Television:
Tobey was a prolific television actor, with roles in series like "Biff Baker U.S.A.," "The Public Defender," "Frontier," "Davy Crockett," and "Whirlybirds". He also appeared in numerous Westerns and crime dramas.
Stage:
Tobey returned to the Broadway stage, notably appearing in the musical version of "Golden Boy" in 1964.
Personal Life:
Tobey was married twice, first to Violet May Cogland (1951-1962) and then to June Hutton (1968-1973).
He had a daughter, Tina.
Tobey was a registered Republican and campaigned for Eisenhower in 1952 and 1956. #HollywoodHistory #MovieStars #KennethTobey #DailyKenneth