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Apr 24, 1978 · Will Geer, the character actor whose performances spanned that of an earthy, carefree Georgian in the play “Tobacco Road” to a crusty grandfather in the television series “The Waltons” a...
Will Geer (born William Aughe Ghere; March 9, 1902 – April 22, 1978) was an American actor, musician, and social activist, who was active in labor organizing and other movements in New York and Southern California in the 1930s and 1940s. In California he befriended rising singer Woody Guthrie.
Our Story. Long before he founded Theatricum Botanicum, Indiana native Will Geer was well-known for his work on the New York stage, in film, and on radio. By the mid-1950’s, he had relocated permanently to California and had established a successful Hollywood career. His future looked bright.
Biography. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Will Geer (March 9, 1902 – April 22, 1978) was an American actor and social activist. His original name was William Aughe Ghere. He is remembered for his portrayal of Grandpa Zebulon Tyler Walton in the 1970s TV series, The Waltons.
Aug 8, 2012 · Actor Ellen Geer, the theatre's artistic director, was only 10 years old when her actor father, Will Geer, best known for his role as Grandpa Zeb Walton in The Waltons television series, was...
Will Geer - Actor, Musician, Activist. Actor • Musician • Activist. Birth Date: March 9, 1902. Death Date: April 22, 1978. Birth Place: Frankfort, Indiana. Awards. Actor Will Geer...
Frankfort, Indiana, USA. Born. March 09, 1902. Died. April 22, 1978. Biography. Read More. Actor Will Geer originally studied to become a botanist, getting a master's degree at the University of Chicago, where he became heavily involved in left-wing politics.
