John Forsythe was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “Dynasty”, “Bachelor Father”, and as the voice of Charlie Townsend in “Charlie’s Angels”. He had a long and successful career in film and television, recognized for his deep voice and charming appearance.
Personal and Family Life
John Forsythe, originally named Jacob Lincoln Freund, was born on January 29, 1918, in Penn’s Grove, New Jersey. He had a passion for acting from a young age, which led him to pursue a career in entertainment against his father’s wishes. Forsythe was married three times and had two children, Page and Brooke, with his second wife, Julie Warren.
Career
Forsythe’s acting career began in radio and Broadway before transitioning to film. After serving in World War II, he co-founded the Actors Studio, which helped shape his future in acting. He gained fame with significant roles in television series, particularly “Dynasty” as Blake Carrington and “Bachelor Father”. His role as the voice of Charlie Townsend on “Charlie’s Angels” (1976) also secured his spot in television history.
Death and Legacy
John Forsythe passed away on April 1, 2010, at the age of 92 due to complications from pneumonia. His contributions to film and television have left a lasting legacy, and he is remembered for his distinctive voice and charismatic performances. His work continues to influence actors and entertain audiences even today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Topaz | 1969-12-17 | Michael Nordstrom |
| Charlie’s Angels | 2000-11-02 | Charlie (voice) |
| The Trouble with Harry | 1955-10-03 | Sam Marlowe |
| Destination Tokyo | 1943-12-31 | Sparks |
| Scrooged | 1988-11-22 | Lew Hayward |
| Cruise Into Terror | 1978-02-03 | Rev. Charles Mather |
| Madame X | 1966-03-03 | Clay Anderson |
| Kitten with a Whip | 1964-11-04 | David Stratton |
| The Glass Web | 1953-11-11 | Don Newell |
| The Captive City | 1952-03-26 | James “Jim” C. Austin |