Biography
Born in Huntington Park, CA. Father was a Methodist minister, mother Vice Principal at John Adams Junior High School in Los Angeles. Retired from the U.S. Navy as a commander after 27 years. Had his own TV show in L.A. called Freedom Forum, ran for U.S. Congress 46th district in 1946. Graduated from Huntington Park High School and USC. Last appearance was in Funny Girl as the Judge. One son, John.
Known For

The Caddy
Golf Official

Submarine Command

The Stooge
Frank Darling (uncredited)

Funny Girl
Judge (uncredited)

Phone Call from a Strange...

You Never Can Tell
Major Smith - Kennel Operator (uncredited)

The Day the Earth Stood S...
General Cutler

The War of the Worlds
Secretary of Defense (uncredited)

From Here to Eternity
Col. Wood (uncredited)

To the Shores of Hell
Capt. Lusk