Guy Raymond was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Undefeated, Bandolero!, and Gypsy.
Personal and Family Life
Guy Raymond was born on July 1, 1911, in Manhattan, New York City. He was married twice, first to Evelyn L. Scher and later to Ann Morgan Guilbert, who was also an actress. He was the stepfather to actress Hallie Todd and Nora Eckstein and had a close relationship with his family throughout his life.
Career Highlights
Raymond started his career as a dancer, performing at the Chin Lee’s Restaurant in New York City at just 15 years old. He became part of a popular dance duo named ‘Shea & Raymond’ and toured in the U.S. and Europe with famous big bands. In addition to film, he performed in several Broadway productions and received acclaim for his role in the regional theater production “The Immigrant,” acting alongside his wife Ann in Los Angeles and other cities.
Death and Legacy
Guy Raymond passed away on January 26, 1997, in Santa Monica, California. He left behind a legacy of diverse performances in both theater and film, earning respect and admiration from audiences and colleagues alike. His contributions to the acting world, especially in regional theater, continue to be celebrated.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! | 1966-05-25 | Lester Tilly |
| It Happened at the World’s Fair | 1963-04-03 | Barney Thatcher |
| Sail A Crooked Ship | 1961-12-01 | Helmut |
| The Ballad of Josie | 1968-02-01 | Doc |
| The Undefeated | 1969-10-04 | Giles |
| 4D Man | 1959-10-07 | Fred the Guard |
| The Reluctant Astronaut | 1967-09-05 | Bert |
| Satins and Spurs | 1954-09-12 | Tex |
| Calhoun | 1964-07-08 | Simeon |
| Starstruck | 1979-06-09 | |
| Doc | 1969-07-28 | Sheriff Bart |
| The Further Adventures of Gallegher | 1965-10-03 | The Shadow |
| Dynasty | 1976-03-13 | McHenry |
| Gypsy | 1962-11-01 | Pastey |
| Queen of the Stardust Ballroom | 1975-02-13 | Petie |
| The Ghosts of Buxley Hall | 1980-12-21 | Ben Grissom |
| Bandolero! | 1968-06-01 | Ossie Grimes |
| Marjorie Morningstar | 1958-04-24 | Mr. Klabber (uncredited) |
| Red, White, and Zero | 1979-12-21 | Songwriter |
| Great Performances | 1971-01-28 | Pop |
| The Twilight Zone | 1959-10-02 | Gibbons |