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Ralph Waite (June 22, 1928 – February 13, 2014) was an American actor, best known for his lead role as John Walton Sr. on The Waltons (1972–1981), which he occasionally directed.
Ralph Waite. Actor: The Waltons. Ralph Waite was born in White Plains, New York on June 22, 1928. Educated at Bucknell University where he graduated with a BA degree, Waite existed rather aimlessly as a young adult while trying to find his way in the world.
- June 22, 1928
- February 13, 2014
Ralph Waite was a renowned American actor, theatre personality, and political activist. He gained fame for his portrayal of John Walton Sr. in the TV series ‘The Waltons’ and the subsequent TV movies.
Jan 8, 2015 · The actor who was a father to America. By The Week Staff. last updated 8 January 2015. Long after the television series The Waltons had been relegated to reruns, a stranger approached...
Ralph Waite, a prolific television actor who found fame in middle age playing John Walton, Sr. – Papa Walton – on the CBS series “The Waltons,” has died. He was 85.
Feb 13, 2014 · Ralph Waite (born June 22, 1928) is an American actor. His most famous role may be John Walton Sr. on the 1970s CBS TV series The Waltons, which he occasionally directed. He is also well known for his portrayal of the slave ship first mate Slater in the mini-series Roots.
Feb 14, 2014 · Long-time television actor Ralph Waite, best known for his role as the patriarch on hit 1970s show The Waltons, passed away on Thursday.
