Jerry Douglas was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Young and the Restless, JFK, and Good Guys Wear Black. He was known for his engaging performances and contributions to television and film.
Personal and Family Life
Jerry Douglas was born Gerald Rubenstein on November 12, 1932, in Chelsea, Massachusetts. He was married twice, first to Arlene Martel and then to Kym Douglas. He had a total of four children: two with Arlene Martel and one with Kym Douglas, along with a stepchild from his second marriage. Despite his busy career, he made time for his family and supported them throughout his life.
Career Highlights
Douglas achieved fame for his long-running role as John Abbott on the soap opera The Young and the Restless, which he started in 1973. Besides television, he also appeared in various films, such as JFK and Good Guys Wear Black. His early education included a law study at Brandeis University, but he turned to acting, leading to a successful career in the entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Jerry Douglas passed away on November 9, 2021, due to a long illness in Brentwood, Los Angeles, California. He left behind a legacy as a talented actor who made significant contributions to both film and television. His performances continue to be celebrated by fans and peers alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Dead Don’t Die | 1975-01-14 | Ralph Drake |
| Gunn | 1967-06-28 | Dave Corwin |
| Avalanche | 1978-09-29 | Phil Prentiss |
| Silent but Deadly | 2012-11-06 | Captain |
| Cover Girls | 1977-05-18 | Fritz Porter |
| JFK | 1991-12-20 | Board Room Man |
| Dolly Parton: Here I Am | 2019-12-25 | Self |
| The Stranger | 1973-02-26 | Steve Perry |
| Black Zoo | 1963-05-15 | Perkins – Lab Technician |
| Brinks: The Great Robbery | 1976-03-26 | Dennis Fisher |
| Looker | 1981-10-30 | Laxative Spokesman |
| A Cry For Justice | 1979-05-23 | Investigator Johnson |
| Blast of Silence | 1961-03-20 | Gangster |
| Please Stand by for Murder | 1975-03-10 | Ward |
| A Wedding on Waltons Mountain | 1982-02-02 | Thief 1 |
| The Christmas Wish | 1998-12-06 | Mr. Askou |
| Mommie Dearest | 1981-09-16 | Radio Interviewer |
| The Godson | 1998-10-06 | Freedie Green |
| The Crash of Flight 401 | 1978-10-29 | Miami Approach Controller |
| The Bionic Woman | 1976-01-14 | |
| Mannix | 1967-09-16 | Lt. Mitch Webster |
| Gunsmoke | 1955-09-10 | Clark |
| Melrose Place | 1992-07-08 | |
| Hunter | 1984-09-18 | Mike Murdoch |
| Police Story | 1973-03-20 | |
| Eischied | 1979-09-21 | |
| The Rookies | 1972-09-11 | |
| Cold Case | 2003-09-28 | Eugene ‘Skip’ Robertson (2007) |
| Quincy, M.E. | 1976-10-03 | Johnson |
| The F.B.I. | 1965-09-19 | S.A.C. Jim Russell |
| The Streets of San Francisco | 1972-09-23 | |
| Land of the Giants | 1968-09-22 | Fielder |
| Ironside | 1967-03-28 | |
| Police Woman | 1974-09-13 | |
| The Donna Reed Show | 1958-09-24 | |
| Harry O | 1974-09-12 | |
| S.W.A.T. | 1975-02-24 | |
| The Manhunter | 1974-09-11 | |
| The Outer Limits | 1963-09-16 | Tom Evans |
| The Rockford Files | 1974-09-13 | Hugh Wexler |
| The Young and the Restless | 1973-03-26 | John Abbott |
| The Rogues | 1964-09-13 | Harcourt |
| The Incredible Hulk | 1977-11-04 | Frank Malone |
| The Secrets of Isis | 1975-09-06 | Inspector Bryce |
| Dragnet | 1967-01-12 | Sgt. Eugene Zappey |
| Bonanza | 1959-09-12 | Jeremiah |
| Mission: Impossible | 1966-09-17 | Marvin Rogers |
| Dan August | 1970-09-23 | Stan Palmer |