Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1934-01-22
Day of Death
1993-11-21
Place of Birth
San Francisco, California, USA
Bill Bixby
Biography
Wilfred Bailey Everett Bixby III (January 22, 1934–November 21, 1993) was an American actor, director, and producer. His career spanned more than three decades, during which he became well-known for a variety of television roles. Bixby achieved early popularity starring as Tim O'Hara in the CBS sitcom "My Favorite Martian" (1963-1966), and he later played the widowed father Tom Corbett in the ABC sitcom "The Courtship of Eddie's Father" (1969-1972). He was also recognized for his role as stage magician and detective Anthony Blake in "The Magician" (1973-1974). Bixby's most iconic role came in the late 1970s when he portrayed Dr. David Banner in the CBS science-fiction drama "The Incredible Hulk," a role he reprised in three television movies. In addition to acting, he directed numerous episodes of shows throughout his career. Bixby was nominated for three Emmy Awards. He passed away from complications of prostate cancer on November 21, 1993, at age 59. His enduring legacy is marked by his kind and compassionate portrayals and the versatility he brought to his work across television and film.
Filmography (41)
L'Incroyable Hulk : L'Homme Mystère
2009
The Incredible Hulk
2008
The Marilyn Files
1992
Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder
1992
The Elvis Conspiracy
1991
The Death of the Incredible Hulk
1990
The Elvis Files
1990
Exploring Psychic Powers Live
1989
The Trial of the Incredible Hulk
1989
The Incredible Hulk Returns
1988
Sin of Innocence
1986
International Airport
1985
Murder Is Easy
1982
Bride of the Incredible Hulk
1980
