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Dec 29, 1983 · William Demarest, who played dozens of gruff, golden-hearted curmudgeons in films and on television, died at his home in Palm Springs, Calif., yesterday, apparently of a heart attack. He was 91...
Actor Born Carl William Demarest on Feb. 27, 1892 in St. Paul, MN. Died Dec. 28, 1983 of prostate cancer in Palm Springs, CA. W illiam Demarest, who portrayed soft-hearted grouches in more...
Carl William Demarest (February 27, 1892 – December 28, 1983) was an American actor, known especially for his roles in screwball comedies by Preston Sturges and as Uncle Charley in the sitcom My Three Sons from 1965-72.
Carl William Demarest (February 27, 1892 – December 27, 1983) was an American character actor, known for playing Uncle Charley in My Three Sons. A veteran of World War I, Demarest became a prolific film and television actor, appearing in over 140 films, beginning in 1926 and ending in the 1970s.
Famed for his ratchety voice and cold-fish stare, William Demarest was an "old pro" even when he was a young pro. He began his stage career at age 13, holding down a variety of colorful jobs (including professional boxer) during the off-season. After years in carnivals and as a vaudeville headliner, Demarest starred in such Broadway long ...
Jan 6, 2022 · Demarest became a prolific film and television actor, appearing in over 140 films, beginning in 1927 and ending in the 1970s. He frequently played crusty but good-hearted roles. Early life Carl ...
He entered movies in 1926 and first appeared in Vitaphone one-reelers and in films... See full bio ». William Demarest photos, including production stills, premiere photos and other event photos, publicity photos, behind-the-scenes, and more.
