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Billy Gray
Also known as: William Thomas Gray, Billie Gray, Bill Gray, William Gray
Biography
Billy Gray (born January 13, 1938) is an American actor best known for his role as Bud Anderson on the classic television sitcom *Father Knows Best* (1954–1960). His career spans both film and television, and he became a prominent figure in 1950s and 1960s American entertainment. Billy Gray was born in Los Angeles, California. He began his acting career at a young age, appearing in commercials and small roles on television. His early experiences in the entertainment industry led to more significant roles in both film and television. Gray’s big break came when he was cast as Bud Anderson, the teenage son of Jim and Margaret Anderson, on *Father Knows Best*. The show, which ran for six seasons, was a family-oriented sitcom that became one of the most beloved TV shows of its time. As Bud, Gray portrayed the typical all-American teen of the 1950s, and his performance made him a household name. His portrayal of the character earned him recognition and a lasting place in the hearts of TV viewers. In addition to his work on *Father Knows Best*, Billy Gray appeared in a variety of other television series and films. His film career included roles in movies such as *The Day the Earth Stood Still* (1951), *Kiss Me Deadly* (1955), and *The Lone Ranger* (1956). He also appeared in several TV dramas and variety shows, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Following the end of *Father Knows Best* in 1960, Gray’s acting career slowed down. While he appeared in occasional roles on TV shows and films, he transitioned into a variety of other professions, including running a successful business. Billy Gray's personal life was relatively low-key. He had a passion for motorcycles and racing, which he pursued after his acting career began to wind down. Gray also became involved in the antique business, eventually opening his own store specializing in rare and collectible items. As of now, Billy Gray is still alive and living a quiet life, away from the public eye. He occasionally makes appearances at fan conventions and has expressed gratitude for his time on *Father Knows Best* and his place in TV history.
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthday
January 13, 1938
Age
88 years old
Place of Birth
Los Angeles, California, USA
Popularity Score
0.5
Filmography
Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists!
Self
2021Movie
Making The Earth Stand Still
Self
2001Movie
The Vampyre Wars
Majordomo
1996Movie
Porklips Now
Dullard
1980Movie
Love and Bullets
Officer Durant
1979Movie
Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas
Bud Anderson
1977Movie
The Father Knows Best Reunion
James Anderson Jr.
1977Movie
Werewolves on Wheels
Pill
1971Movie
Dusty and Sweets McGee
City Life
1971Movie
The Ping-Pong Match
Ping Pong Player
1968Movie
The Navy vs. the Night Monsters
CPO Fred Twining
1966Movie
That Girl
1966TV
Arrest and Trial
Colin Martin
1963TV
The Greatest Show on Earth
Nick
1963TV
Two for the Seesaw
Monsieur Jacoby
1962Movie
Stagecoach West
Frankie Niles
1960TV
The Scarlet Hour
Tom Rycker
1956Movie
The Seven Little Foys
Bryan Lincoln Foy
1955Movie
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Perry Hatch
1955TV
The Outlaw Stallion
Danny Saunders
1954Movie
Father Knows Best
Bud Anderson
1954TV
The Girl Next Door
Joe Carter
1953Movie
By the Light of the Silvery Moon
Wesley Winfield
1953Movie
All I Desire
Ted Murdoch
1953Movie
Talk About a Stranger
Robert 'Bud' Fontaine Jr.
1952Movie
Adventures of Superman
Alan Harper
1952TV
The Day the Earth Stood Still
Bobby Benson
1951Movie
On Moonlight Bay
Wesley Winfield
1951Movie
The Guy Who Came Back
Willy Joplin
1951Movie
Gene Autry and the Mounties
Ned (uncredited)
1951Movie
Her First Romance
Boy at Camp Barracks (uncredited)
1951Movie
So You Want to Be a Cowboy
Little Boy Movie Patron with Lollipop
1951Movie
Racket Squad
1951TV
Kill the Umpire
Boy Playing Baseball (uncredited)
1950Movie
Singing Guns
1950Movie
In a Lonely Place
Young Boy Seeking Autograph (uncredited)
1950Movie
Mister 880
Mickey (uncredited)
1950Movie
Between Midnight and Dawn
Peter J. 'Petey' Conklin (uncredited)
1950Movie
Father Is a Bachelor
Feb Chalotte
1950Movie
The Good Humor Man
Junior (uncredited)
1950Movie
Sierra Passage
Young Johnny Yorke
1950Movie
The Killer That Stalked New York
Pinkie (uncredited)
1950Movie
The Gene Autry Show
Eddie Baker
1950TV
Abandoned
Tough Kid in Park (uncredited)
1949Movie
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff
Boy With Bow and Arrow (uncredited)
1949Movie
Lust for Gold
Boy
1949Movie
The House Across the Street
Boy (uncredited)
1949Movie
Parlor, Bedroom and Wrath
1948Movie
Fighting Father Dunne
Chip
1948Movie
The Ed Sullivan Show
Self
1948TV
Curley
Sandy
1947Movie
The Judge Steps Out
Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited)
1947Movie
Backlash
Denny
1947Movie
The Gangster
Little Boy (uncredited)
1947Movie
Suspense
Small Boy at Zoo (uncredited)
1946Movie
To Each His Own
Billy Ingham
1946Movie
Specter of the Rose
Jack Jones
1946Movie
The Strange Woman
Boy on Bridge (uncredited)
1946Movie
Our Old Car
Boy (uncredited)
1946Movie
Rendezvous with Annie
Little Boy (uncredited)
1946Movie
Cluny Brown
Richard Watkins
1946Movie
Adventures of Rusty
Harry (uncredited)
1945Movie
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry
1945Movie
A Present with a Future
Billy (uncredited)
1943Movie