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Billy Gray
ActorBorn January 13, 1938 (87 years)
Billy Gray (born January 13, 1938) is an American actor best known for his role as Bud Anderson on the classic television sitcom *Father Knows Best* (1954–1960). His career spans both film and television, and he became a prominent figure in 1950s and 1960s American entertainment.
Billy Gray was born in Los Angeles, California. He began his acting career at a young age, appearing in commercials and small roles on television. His early experiences in the entertainment industry led to more significant roles in both film and television.
Gray’s big break came when he was cast as Bud Anderson, the teenage son of Jim and Margaret Anderson, on *Father Knows Best*. The show, which ran for six seasons, was a family-oriented sitcom that became one of the most beloved TV shows of its time. As Bud, Gray portrayed the typical all-American teen of the 1950s, and his performance made him a household name. His portrayal of the character earned him recognition and a lasting place in the hearts of TV viewers.
In addition to his work on *Father Knows Best*, Billy Gray appeared in a variety of other television series and films. His film career included roles in movies such as *The Day the Earth Stood Still* (1951), *Kiss Me Deadly* (1955), and *The Lone Ranger* (1956). He also appeared in several TV dramas and variety shows, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Following the end of *Father Knows Best* in 1960, Gray’s acting career slowed down. While he appeared in occasional roles on TV shows and films, he transitioned into a variety of other professions, including running a successful business.
Billy Gray's personal life was relatively low-key. He had a passion for motorcycles and racing, which he pursued after his acting career began to wind down. Gray also became involved in the antique business, eventually opening his own store specializing in rare and collectible items.
As of now, Billy Gray is still alive and living a quiet life, away from the public eye. He occasionally makes appearances at fan conventions and has expressed gratitude for his time on *Father Knows Best* and his place in TV history.
Billy Gray was born in Los Angeles, California. He began his acting career at a young age, appearing in commercials and small roles on television. His early experiences in the entertainment industry led to more significant roles in both film and television.
Gray’s big break came when he was cast as Bud Anderson, the teenage son of Jim and Margaret Anderson, on *Father Knows Best*. The show, which ran for six seasons, was a family-oriented sitcom that became one of the most beloved TV shows of its time. As Bud, Gray portrayed the typical all-American teen of the 1950s, and his performance made him a household name. His portrayal of the character earned him recognition and a lasting place in the hearts of TV viewers.
In addition to his work on *Father Knows Best*, Billy Gray appeared in a variety of other television series and films. His film career included roles in movies such as *The Day the Earth Stood Still* (1951), *Kiss Me Deadly* (1955), and *The Lone Ranger* (1956). He also appeared in several TV dramas and variety shows, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Following the end of *Father Knows Best* in 1960, Gray’s acting career slowed down. While he appeared in occasional roles on TV shows and films, he transitioned into a variety of other professions, including running a successful business.
Billy Gray's personal life was relatively low-key. He had a passion for motorcycles and racing, which he pursued after his acting career began to wind down. Gray also became involved in the antique business, eventually opening his own store specializing in rare and collectible items.
As of now, Billy Gray is still alive and living a quiet life, away from the public eye. He occasionally makes appearances at fan conventions and has expressed gratitude for his time on *Father Knows Best* and his place in TV history.
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Filmography
| 2005 | Watch the Skies!: Science Fiction, the 1950s and Us · as Bobby Benson |
| 1994 | The Our Gang Story · as Sandy |
| 1979 | Love and Bullets · as Officer Durant |
| 1977 | Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas · as Bud Anderson |
| 1977 | The Father Knows Best Reunion · as James Anderson Jr. |
| 1971 | Werewolves on Wheels · as Pill |
| 1971 | Dusty and Sweets McGee · as City Life |
| 1969 | Medical Center (TV Series) · as Student At Party |
| 1969 | The Bold Ones: The Protectors (TV Series) · as Morgan Vontz |
| 1967 | Custer (TV Series) · as Billy Nixon |
| 1966 | The Navy vs. the Night Monsters · as Cpo Fred Twining |
| 1966 | |
| 1963 | The Greatest Show on Earth (TV Series) · as Nick |
| 1963 | Arrest and Trial (TV Series) · as Colin Martin |
| 1962 | Two for the Seesaw · as Monsieur Jacoby |
| 1962 | Combat! (TV Series) · as Candell |
| 1961 | The Explosive Generation · as Bobby Herman Jr. |
| 1960 | Stagecoach West (TV Series) · as Frankie Niles |
| 1959 | The Deputy (TV Series) · as Johnny Blatner |
| 1959 | Rawhide (TV Series) · as Lindsay Mcculler |
| 1958 | Peter Gunn (TV Series) · as Eric Thorwald |
| 1957 | Bachelor Father (TV Series) · as David Ross |
| 1956 | The Scarlet Hour · as Tom Rycker |
| 1955 | Alfred Hitchcock Presents (TV Series) · as Perry Hatch |
| 1955 | The Seven Little Foys · as Bryan Lincoln Foy |
| 1955 | TV Reader's Digest (TV Series) · as Franklin Smith |
| 1954 | Superman and the Jungle Devil · as Alan Harper |
| 1954 | Father Knows Best (TV Series) · as Bud Anderson |
| 1954 | The Outlaw Stallion · as Danny Saunders |
| 1954 | Annie Oakley (TV Series) · as Tagg Oakley |
| 1953 | The Loretta Young Show (TV Series) · as Nick Monti |
| 1953 | All I Desire · as Ted Murdoch |
| 1953 | The Girl Next Door · as Joe Carter |
| 1953 | By the Light of the Silvery Moon · as Wesley Winfield |
| 1953 | General Electric Theater (TV Series) · as Buzz Marlowe |
| 1952 | Cavalcade of America (TV Series) · as Andy Jackson |
| 1952 | Adventures of Superman (TV Series) · as Alan Harper |
| 1952 | Ma and Pa Kettle at the Fair · as Kettle Boy |
| 1952 | Talk About a Stranger · as Robert 'bud' Fontaine Jr. |
| 1951 | Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1951 | Celanese Theatre (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1951 | Gruen Guild Theater (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1951 | The Day the Earth Stood Still · as Bobby Benson |
| 1951 | Jim Thorpe -- All-American · as Jim Thorpe - As A Boy |
| 1951 | The Guy Who Came Back · as Willy Joplin |
| 1951 | On Moonlight Bay · as Wesley Winfield |
| 1951 | Her First Romance · as Boy At Camp Barracks (uncredited) |
| 1951 | Gene Autry and the Mounties · as Ned (uncredited) |
| 1950 | Racket Squad (TV Series) |
| 1950 | Sierra Passage · as Young Johnny Yorke |
| 1950 | The Killer That Stalked New York · as Pinkie (uncredited) |
| 1950 | Mister 880 · as Mickey (uncredited) |
| 1950 | Between Midnight and Dawn · as Peter J. 'petey' Conklin (uncredited) |
| 1950 | The Gene Autry Show (TV Series) · as Eddie Baker |
| 1950 | Three Little Words · as Boy |
| 1950 | In a Lonely Place · as Young Boy Seeking Autograph (uncredited) |
| 1950 | Kill the Umpire · as Boy Playing Baseball (uncredited) |
| 1950 | The Good Humor Man · as Junior (uncredited) |
| 1950 | |
| 1950 | Father Is a Bachelor · as Feb Chalotte |
| 1949 | Abandoned · as Tough Kid In Park (uncredited) |
| 1949 | The House Across the Street · as Boy (uncredited) |
| 1949 | Bud Abbott Lou Costello Meet the Killer Boris Karloff · as Boy With Bow And Arrow (uncredited) |
| 1949 | Lust for Gold · as Boy |
| 1949 | Fireside Theatre (TV Series) · as Barry |
| 1949 | Badmen of Tombstone · as Willie Stover |
| 1948 | The Judge Steps Out · as Boy At Birthday Party (uncredited) |
| 1948 | The Dude Goes West · as Boy In Gunsmith Shop |
| 1948 | Fighting Father Dunne · as Chip |
| 1948 | The Bride Goes Wild · as Boy |
| 1947 | The Gangster · as Little Boy |
| 1947 | The Fabulous Texan · as Boy |
| 1947 | Driftwood · as Boy |
| 1947 | Curley · as Sandy |
| 1947 | Backlash · as Denny |
| 1946 | The Strange Woman · as Boy On Bridge (uncredited) |
| 1946 | Rendezvous with Annie · as Little Boy (uncredited) |
| 1946 | Specter of the Rose · as Jack Jones |
| 1946 | Suspense · as Small Boy At Zoo (uncredited) |
| 1946 | Little Mister Jim · as Neighbor Boy |
| 1946 | Cluny Brown · as Richard Watkins |
| 1946 | To Each His Own · as Billy Ingham |
| 1945 | Adventures of Rusty · as Harry (uncredited) |
| 1945 | |
| 1943 | Man of Courage · as Mike Wilson |