Fred Gwynne

Bold character actor who made an impression.

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Age66

Full NameFrederick Hubbard Gwynne

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Fred Gwynne was born into a prestigious lineage of nobility, tracing his ancestry to England and Northern Ireland. His father, Frederick Walker Gwynne, was a wealthy stockbroker and partner in the firm Gwynne Brothers. At 6'5", Gwynne was a towering presence who had a resonant, baritone voice that served him well in Broadway musicals. After serving in the United States Navy during World War II, Gwynne attended Harvard University where he was a member of the Fly Club, graduating cum laude in 1951 with a degree in English and election to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. His acting career began with the television situation comedies Car 54, Where Are You? (1961) and The Munsters (1964) where he starred as Officer Francis Muldoon and Herman Munster respectively. A true nobleman of the arts, Fred Gwynne was an exceptionally talented actor.

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Frederick Hubbard Gwynne, of royal heritage tracing back to England and Northern Ireland, was a towering talent of stage, screen and television. Born in New York City in 1926, Fred Gwynne was an imposing figure at 6'5" with a resonant, baritone voice that earned him a place in Broadway musicals and the spotlight in two classic sitcoms - Car 54, Where Are You? (1961) and The Munsters (1964). His wit and charm were a delight to those lucky enough to witness his performances, and his legacy lives on in the hearts of fans across the world.