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Bill Bixby Biography and Full Filmography - MovieWise

Quick Facts

Born:
1934-01-22

Birthplace:
San Francisco, California, USA

Credits:
84 Total Roles

Bill Bixby

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Biography

Wilfred Bailey Everett Bixby III (January 22, 1934–November 21, 1993) was an American actor, director, and producer. His career spanned more than three decades, during which he became well-known for a variety of television roles. Bixby achieved early popularity starring as Tim O'Hara in the CBS sitcom "My Favorite Martian" (1963-1966), and he later played the widowed father Tom Corbett in the ABC sitcom "The Courtship of Eddie's Father" (1969-1972). He was also recognized for his role as stage magician and detective Anthony Blake in "The Magician" (1973-1974). Bixby's most iconic role came in the late 1970s when he portrayed Dr. David Banner in the CBS science-fiction drama "The Incredible Hulk," a role he reprised in three television movies. In addition to acting, he directed numerous episodes of shows throughout his career. Bixby was nominated for three Emmy Awards. He passed away from complications of prostate cancer on November 21, 1993, at age 59. His enduring legacy is marked by his kind and compassionate portrayals and the versatility he brought to his work across television and film.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2009 L'Incroyable Hulk : L'Homme Mystère MOVIE Dr David Banner
2008 The Incredible Hulk MOVIE Tom Corbett (archive footage) (uncredited)
1992 The Marilyn Files MOVIE Self - Host
1992 Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder MOVIE Nick Osborne
1991 The Elvis Conspiracy MOVIE Self - Host
1990 Blossom TV Self
1990 The Death of the Incredible Hulk MOVIE David Banner
1990 The Elvis Files MOVIE Narrator
1989 Exploring Psychic Powers Live MOVIE Self
1989 The Trial of the Incredible Hulk MOVIE David Banner

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