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Billy Gray

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87 Years Old

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.

Born

Los Angeles, California, USA on 13th January 1938

All Credits

Father Knows Best Image
Father Knows Best
Bud Anderson
Racket Squad Image
Racket Squad
The Gene Autry Show Image
The Gene Autry Show
Jimmy Foster
The Gene Autry Show Image
The Gene Autry Show
Eddie Baker
The Ed Sullivan Show Image
The Ed Sullivan Show
Self
Arrest and Trial Image
Arrest and Trial
Colin Martin
Stagecoach West Image
Stagecoach West
Frankie Niles
Adventures of Superman Image
Adventures of Superman
Alan Harper
Alfred Hitchcock Presents Image
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Perry Hatch
That Girl Image
That Girl
The Day the Earth Stood Still Image
The Day the Earth Stood Still
Bobby Benson
In a Lonely Place Image
In a Lonely Place
Young Boy Seeking Autograph (uncredited)
Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists! Image
Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists!
Self
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff Image
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff
Boy With Bow and Arrow (uncredited)
The Strange Woman Image
The Strange Woman
Boy on Bridge (uncredited)
Love and Bullets Image
Love and Bullets
Officer Durant
Lust for Gold Image
Lust for Gold
Boy
Two for the Seesaw Image
Two for the Seesaw
Monsieur Jacoby
The Girl Next Door Image
The Girl Next Door
Joe Carter
Between Midnight and Dawn Image
Between Midnight and Dawn
Peter J. 'Petey' Conklin (uncredited)
To Each His Own Image
To Each His Own
Billy Ingham
Singing Guns Image
Singing Guns
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry Image
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry
Mister 880 Image
Mister 880
Mickey (uncredited)
Backlash Image
Backlash
Denny
Abandoned Image
Abandoned
Tough Kid in Park (uncredited)
Cluny Brown Image
Cluny Brown
Richard Watkins
On Moonlight Bay Image
On Moonlight Bay
Wesley Winfield
Suspense Image
Suspense
Small Boy at Zoo (uncredited)
All I Desire Image
All I Desire
Ted Murdoch
Talk About a Stranger Image
Talk About a Stranger
Robert 'Bud' Fontaine Jr.
The Killer That Stalked New York Image
The Killer That Stalked New York
Pinkie (uncredited)
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The Good Humor Man
Junior (uncredited)
By the Light of the Silvery Moon Image
By the Light of the Silvery Moon
Wesley Winfield
The House Across the Street Image
The House Across the Street
Boy (uncredited)
The Scarlet Hour Image
The Scarlet Hour
Tom Rycker
Kill the Umpire Image
Kill the Umpire
Boy Playing Baseball (uncredited)
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The Seven Little Foys
Bryan Lincoln Foy
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The Navy vs. the Night Monsters
CPO Fred Twining
Father Is a Bachelor Image
Father Is a Bachelor
Feb Chalotte
The Judge Steps Out Image
The Judge Steps Out
Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited)
The Father Knows Best Reunion Image
The Father Knows Best Reunion
James Anderson Jr.
Werewolves on Wheels Image
Werewolves on Wheels
Pill
Gene Autry and the Mounties Image
Gene Autry and the Mounties
Ned (uncredited)
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Rendezvous with Annie
Little Boy (uncredited)
The Vampyre Wars Image
The Vampyre Wars
Majordomo
The Guy Who Came Back Image
The Guy Who Came Back
Willy Joplin
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So You Want to Be a Cowboy
Little Boy Movie Patron with Lollipop
Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas Image
Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas
Bud Anderson
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Her First Romance
Boy at Camp Barracks (uncredited)
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Sierra Passage
Young Johnny Yorke
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Specter of the Rose
Jack Jones
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Adventures of Rusty
Harry (uncredited)
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Fighting Father Dunne
Chip
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Dusty and Sweets McGee
City Life
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Porklips Now
Dullard
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The Outlaw Stallion
Danny Saunders
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Making The Earth Stand Still
Self
Curley Image
Curley
Sandy
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A Present with a Future
Billy (uncredited)
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Parlor, Bedroom and Wrath
Our Old Car Image
Our Old Car
Boy (uncredited)
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The Ping-Pong Match
Ping Pong Player