Don Anderson was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Wild One, Perry Mason, and Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
Personal and Family Life
Born on February 23, 1924, in Los Angeles, California, Don Anderson had a varied personal life with several marriages. He was married to Alberta Norma Williams from 1942 to 1945, followed by marriages to Maria Zell Gordon, Carol Greenwood, and Julie, but all ended in divorce. He had a daughter named Misa Anderson and a brother who survived him.
Career Highlights
Anderson began his acting career during World War II, starting as a jitterbug dancer for MGM studios. He became known for playing police officers in many episodes of the Perry Mason series, often uncredited. He gained experience working as a stand-in and stunt performer, including a role as one of the bikers in The Wild One with Marlon Brando. His last project was working with Pierce Brosnan on Remington Steele.
Death and Legacy
Don Anderson passed away on September 23, 1983, in Burbank, California. He left a legacy of memorable performances in numerous films and television shows, even if many of his roles were uncredited. His contributions to the industry and friendships he made over the years spoke to his popularity and talent among his peers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| North by Northwest | 1959-07-08 | Worker (uncredited) |
| Days of Wine and Roses | 1963-02-04 | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| The Wild One | 1953-12-30 | Stinger |
| Perry Mason | 1957-09-21 | Policeman at Road Block (uncredited) |
| Breakfast at Tiffany’s | 1961-10-06 | Bartender (uncredited) |
| The Twilight Zone | 1959-10-02 | Gambler |