Bobby Gilbert was an American actor who is best known for The Rebel Set, The Girl from U.N.C.L.E., and Hollywood Theatre Time. He was born on April 6, 1898, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and passed away on September 19, 1973, in Hollywood, California.
Personal and Family Life
Bobby Gilbert, whose real name was Robert Wolf, was a vaudeville performer before becoming an actor in films and television. He was one of the first entertainers to perform for troops during World War II on USO tours in the South Pacific, showcasing his talent to uplift soldiers.
Death and Legacy
Bobby Gilbert died of hepatitis on September 19, 1973, in Hollywood. His contributions to entertainment, especially during the war, left a lasting impact on many who enjoyed his performances, both on stage and screen.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| King of the Roaring 20’s – The Story of Arnold Rothstein | 1961-06-11 | Waiter (uncredited) |
| Some Like It Hot | 1959-03-19 | Speakeasy Patron (uncredited) |
| High School Hellcats | 1958-06-01 | Sales Clerk (uncredited) |
| Tora! Tora! Tora! | 1970-01-26 | Official (uncredited) |
| The Good Guys and the Bad Guys | 1969-10-10 | Boarding House Guest (uncredited) |
| Convicts 4 | 1962-09-15 | Sculptor (uncredited) |
| Advise & Consent | 1962-06-06 | Senator (uncredited) |
| Twilight of Honor | 1963-11-13 | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) |
| Bedknobs and Broomsticks | 1971-10-07 | Newspaper Vendor (uncredited) |
| Gypsy | 1962-11-01 | Audience Member (uncredited) |
| How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying | 1967-03-09 | Treasure Hunter (uncredited) |
| The Cincinnati Kid | 1965-10-15 | Poker Game Spectator (uncredited) |
| Houseboat | 1958-11-19 | A Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Sex and the Single Girl | 1964-12-25 | Commuter (uncredited) |
| The Don Is Dead | 1973-11-14 | Don (uncredited) |
| How to Save a Marriage and Ruin Your Life | 1968-01-17 | Pedestrian (uncredited) |
| The Hallelujah Trail | 1965-06-23 | Miner (uncredited) |
| Columbo | 1971-09-15 | Theatre Patron (uncredited) |
| The Andy Griffith Show | 1960-10-03 | Townsman (uncredited) |