Billy Gray
Known for Acting · 64 credits
- Born
- 1938-01-13 (age 88)
- Place of birth
- Los Angeles, California, USA
- 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.
Known For
TV Shows (10)
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948
as Self
Father Knows Best
1954
as Bud Anderson
That Girl
1966
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
1955
as Perry Hatch
Adventures of Superman
1952
as Alan Harper
The Gene Autry Show
1950
as Eddie Baker / Jimmy Foster
Arrest and Trial
1963
as Colin Martin
Stagecoach West
1960
as Frankie Niles
Racket Squad
1951
The Greatest Show on Earth
1963
as Nick
Movies (54)
The Day the Earth Stood Still
1951
as Bobby Benson
In a Lonely Place
1950
as Young Boy Seeking Autograph (uncredited)
Love and Bullets
1979
as Officer Durant
Cluny Brown
1946
as Richard Watkins
Mister 880
1950
as Mickey (uncredited)
The Killer That Stalked New York
1950
as Pinkie (uncredited)
Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists!
2021
as Self
Lust for Gold
1949
as Boy
The Strange Woman
1946
as Boy on Bridge (uncredited)
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry
1945
The Gangster
1947
as Little Boy (uncredited)
Two for the Seesaw
1962
as Monsieur Jacoby
The Good Humor Man
1950
as Junior (uncredited)
Suspense
1946
as Small Boy at Zoo (uncredited)
Abandoned
1949
as Tough Kid in Park (uncredited)
All I Desire
1953
as Ted Murdoch
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff
1949
as Boy With Bow and Arrow (uncredited)
Backlash
1947
as Denny
On Moonlight Bay
1951
as Wesley Winfield
The Judge Steps Out
1947
as Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited)
Singing Guns
1950
Curley
1947
as Sandy
To Each His Own
1946
as Billy Ingham
Talk About a Stranger
1952
as Robert 'Bud' Fontaine Jr.
By the Light of the Silvery Moon
1953
as Wesley Winfield
The Girl Next Door
1953
as Joe Carter
Between Midnight and Dawn
1950
as Peter J. 'Petey' Conklin (uncredited)
Fighting Father Dunne
1948
as Chip
The Seven Little Foys
1955
as Bryan Lincoln Foy
The Guy Who Came Back
1951
as Willy Joplin
The Navy vs. the Night Monsters
1966
as CPO Fred Twining
Father Is a Bachelor
1950
as Feb Chalotte
Rendezvous with Annie
1946
as Little Boy (uncredited)
Her First Romance
1951
as Boy at Camp Barracks (uncredited)
The House Across the Street
1949
as Boy (uncredited)
The Scarlet Hour
1956
as Tom Rycker
Adventures of Rusty
1945
as Harry (uncredited)
Sierra Passage
1950
as Young Johnny Yorke
Werewolves on Wheels
1971
as Pill
Specter of the Rose
1946
as Jack Jones
The Father Knows Best Reunion
1977
as James Anderson Jr.
The Vampyre Wars
1996
as Majordomo
Kill the Umpire
1950
as Boy Playing Baseball (uncredited)
Making The Earth Stand Still
2001
as Self
The Outlaw Stallion
1954
as Danny Saunders
Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas
1977
as Bud Anderson
A Present with a Future
1943
as Billy (uncredited)
Our Old Car
1946
as Boy (uncredited)
Gene Autry and the Mounties
1951
as Ned (uncredited)
Parlor, Bedroom and Wrath
1948
The Ping-Pong Match
1968
as Ping Pong Player
So You Want to Be a Cowboy
1951
as Little Boy Movie Patron with Lollipop
Porklips Now
1980
as Dullard
Dusty and Sweets McGee
1971
as City Life
About Billy Gray
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… With 64 credits spanning from 1943 to 2021, Billy Gray has appeared in 54 films and 10 TV shows.
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Most Popular Billy Gray Movies
- The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) — as Bobby Benson
- In a Lonely Place (1950) — as Young Boy Seeking Autograph (uncredited)
- Love and Bullets (1979) — as Officer Durant
- Cluny Brown (1946) — as Richard Watkins
- Mister 880 (1950) — as Mickey (uncredited)
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