Tige Andrews was an American actor best known for his roles in Mod Squad, Raid on Entebbe, and Mister Roberts. He was born on March 19, 1920, in Brooklyn, New York, and passed away on January 27, 2007, in Encino, California.
Personal and Family Life
Tige Andrews was born Tiger David Andrews and grew up in a large family in Middlesex, New Jersey. He had six children, including three sons and three daughters: Barbara, Gina, Julie, John, Steve, and Tony. Tige was married to Norma Thornton from 1950 until her death in 1996 and previously married to Josephine Bernice Phillips from 1944 to 1946.
Career Highlights
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was wounded in Sicily, which interrupted his acting career before it began. Tige was also an artist and enjoyed painting with oil paints, featuring in the book “Actors as Artists.” He became famous for his tv series and film roles throughout the 1960s and 70s.
Death and Legacy
Tige Andrews died of cardiac arrest on January 27, 2007, in Encino, California, leaving behind a legacy in both acting and art. His contributions to the entertainment industry are remembered through his memorable performances and as a loving family man.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Last Tycoon | 1976-11-18 | Popolos |
| Mister Roberts | 1955-07-10 | Wiley |
| Imitation General | 1958-08-20 | Pvt. Orville Hutchmeyer |
| Gypsy Angels | 1990-06-08 | Ted |
| Until They Sail | 1957-10-08 | US Marine, Store Customer |
| The Return of Mod Squad | 1979-05-18 | Adam Greer |
| Raid on Entebbe | 1976-12-26 | Shimon Peres |
| Star Trek | 1966-09-08 | Kras |