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Nov 28, 2021 · Ray Teal is best remembered for his portrayal of Sheriff Roy Coffee in 'Bonanza.' Here's a deeper look into the life of the longtime actor.
Ray Elgin Teal was an American actor. His most famous role was as Sheriff Roy Coffee on the television series Bonanza (1959–1972), which was only one of dozens of sheriffs on television and in movies that he played during his long and prolific career stretching from 1937 to 1970.
Never a big star, Ray Teal managed to have a nearly 40-year stint as a scowling character actor. He was best known for playing Sheriff Roy Coffee on the classic TV Western "Bonanza" from 1960 to 1972. Teal didn't aspire to be an actor, not landing his first role until his mid-30s.
Never a big star, Ray Teal managed to have a nearly 40-year stint as a scowling character actor. He was best known for playing Sheriff Roy Coffee on the classic TV Western "Bonanza" from 1960 to 1972. Teal didn't aspire to be an actor, not landing his first role until his mid-30s.
Ray Teal (born January 12, 1902-died April 2, 1976) played the recurring role of Sheriff Roy Coffee on Bonanza from Season 2 to Season 13 of the series, appearing in a total of 98 episodes. He appeared in more than 250 films and some 90 television programs in his 37-year career.
Biography by AllMovie [+] Possessor of one of the meanest faces in the movies, American actor Ray Teal spent much of his film career heading lynch mobs, recruiting for hate organizations and decimating Indians.
Ray Teal. Never a big star, Ray Teal managed to have a nearly 40-year stint as a scowling character actor. He was best known for playing Sheriff Roy Coffee on the classic TV Western "Bonanza" from 1960 to 1972.
