William Frawley

William Frawley

American actor (1887–1966)

Died aged 79PiscesUnited States

Biography

William Clement Frawley (February 26, 1887 – March 3, 1966) was an American vaudevillian and actor best known for playing landlord Fred Mertz in the sitcom I Love Lucy. Frawley also played "Bub" O'Casey during the first five seasons of the sitcom My Three Sons and the political advisor to the Hon. Henry X. Harper (Gene Lockhart) in the film Miracle on 34th Street.

Frawley began his career in vaudeville in 1914 with his wife, Edna Louise Broedt. Their comedy act, "Frawley and Louise", continued until their divorce in 1927. He performed on Broadway multiple times. In 1916, he signed with Paramount Studios and appeared in more than 100 films over the next 35 years.

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Career highlights

Instruments

  • voice

Awards & honours (1)

  • star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Quick answers about William Frawley

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William Frawley died on March 3, 1966 at the age of 79.
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William Frawley was born on February 26, 1887.
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William Frawley was born in Burlington.
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William Frawley's zodiac sign is Pisces.
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William Frawley is a citizen of United States.
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William Frawley is known as television actor, singer, actor, character actor.

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