Ben Lennick was a Canadian actor who is best known for The Trouble with Tracy, The Wayne & Shuster Show, and Seaway. He was born on April 10, 1918, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and passed away on January 22, 1996, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Ben was married to Sylvia Lennick from March 7, 1943, until his death in 1996. The couple shared a long life together in Toronto, where Ben built his career in acting. Details about their personal life remain mostly private, but the couple was noted to have a strong bond throughout their marriage.
Career
Ben Lennick had a successful acting career, featuring in various television shows and films over the years. He became well-known for his roles in television series, especially during the 1950s and 1960s. His work included appearances in popular shows like The Wayne & Shuster Show and The Forest Rangers, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Ben Lennick died on January 22, 1996, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His contributions to Canadian television are remembered fondly, as he was a performer who entertained many during his career. Even after his passing, his work continues to be appreciated by fans of classic Canadian television.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Many Happy Returns | 1986 | Lyle R. Dorso | TV Movie |
| La maison de Jean-Jacques | 1967 | Voice | Short |
| Seaway | 1966 | Chief of Police | TV Series |
| The Forest Rangers | 1963–1964 | Martin Gibson | TV Series |
| The Wayne and Shuster Hour | 1958–1961 | Various | TV Series |
| Encounter | 1954–1961 | Mr. Farber / Mr. Feffer | TV Series |
| Hudson’s Bay | 1959 | Bruce | TV Series |
| Folio | 1958–1959 | Asta | TV Series |
| The Adventures of Tugboat Annie | 1958 | Ashton | TV Series |
| Flaming Frontier | 1958 | Jeff Baxter | TV Movie |
| The Wayne & Shuster Show | 1955–1958 | Various | TV Series |
| Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans | 1957 | Calhoun Brent / Commissioner General Moore | TV Series |
| Playbill | 1954 | Various | TV Series |