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William Clement Frawley (February 26, 1887 – March 3, 1966) was an American Vaudevillian and actor best known for playing landlord Fred Mertz in the sitcom I Love Lucy.
William Frawley was an American actor who starred in I Love Lucy (1951) as Fred Mertz and My Three Sons (1960) as Bub O'Casey. He also appeared in over 100 films, including Miracle on 34th Street (1947) and The Bride Came C.O.D. (1941).
- January 1, 1
- Burlington, Iowa, USA
- January 1, 1
- Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
Learn about the life and career of William Frawley, the actor who played Fred Mertz in I Love Lucy (1951) and My Three Sons (1960). Find out his birth and death dates, family, trivia, quotes, and more.
- February 26, 1887
- March 3, 1966
On March 3, 1966, 79-year-old William Frawley died of a heart attack while walking home from a movie. According to Hollywood lore, when Vance heard the news of his death, she shouted,...
William Clement Frawley (February 26, 1887 – March 3, 1966) was an American Vaudevillian and actor best known for playing landlord Fred Mertz in the sitcom I Love Lucy.
William Frawley was born in Burlington, Iowa. As a boy he sang at St. Paul's Catholic Church and played at the Burlington Opera House. His first job was as a stenographer for the Union Pacific Railroad.
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Mar 18, 2024 · Learn about the life, career, and enduring legacy of William Frawley, the versatile actor who played Fred Mertz on “I Love Lucy.” Discover his early stage and film work, his personal life, and his final years in this article.
