Wilfred "Bill" Bailey Bixby III was born on January 22, 1934, in San Francisco, California, United States. He was an established actor, director, and producer best understood for his duties in preferred television series such as "My Favorite Martian," "The Courtship of Eddie's Father," and most famously, "The Incredible Hulk." Bixby's career in the entertainment industry covered over three years, during which he serviced more than 80 tv as well as movie productions.
Bixby's venture right into show business began when he went to college at the University of California, Berkeley, where he researched dramatization. He began in modeling as well as commercials prior to eventually signing with Universal Studios. His very first significant television role can be found in 1963 when he was cast as Tim O'Hara in "My Favorite Martian," a preferred comedy in which he co-starred with Ray Walston. The program ran for 3 seasons as well as earned Bixby the first of his many dedicated fans.
In 1969, Bixby landed the leading role in "The Courtship of Eddie's Father," playing widower Tom Corbett, who navigates the challenges of elevating his young child, Eddie (played by Brandon Cruz). For this duty, Bixby obtained an Emmy election for Best Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. It was during this show that Bixby began his career as a supervisor, servicing several episodes, which set the phase for his later directorial success.
Nevertheless, it was Bixby's function as Dr. David Banner in "The Incredible Hulk" (1978-1982) that would strengthen his place in tv background. The show, based on the Marvel Comics personality, showcased Bixby's capability to convey the duality of a man having problem with his internal devils while additionally using his powers permanently. Co-starring Lou Ferrigno as the Hulk, the series was a huge success and also continues to be a cult classic.
Bixby's personal life was marked by misfortune. He married Brenda Benet in 1971, and they had a boy called Christopher in 1974. In 1979, Brenda applied for separation, creating enormous tension for Bixby. Tragically, in 1981, their kid Christopher died all of a sudden from a rare throat infection. Benet, anxious over her kid's passing away, took her very own life in 1982.
Regardless of individual struggles, Bixby continued to work in television, both as an actor as well as director. He guided numerous episodes of the sitcom "Blossom" as well as starred in the 1992 television flick "The Death of the Incredible Hulk."
In 1991, Bixby was detected with prostate cancer cells. He remained to work till his wellness no longer allowed him to do so. On November 21, 1993, Bill Bixby passed away at the age of 59 in his residence in Century City, Los Angeles. Bixby's heritage resides on through his remarkable efficiencies, and also he is born in mind as one of the most beloved as well as functional stars of his time.
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