Cast

Billy Gray

Acting

Cast

Billy Gray

Known for

Acting

Born

1938-01-13

From

Los Angeles, California, USA

Also known as William Thomas Gray, Billie Gray, Bill 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. Billy Gray's personal life was relatively low-key. He had a passion for motorcycles and racing, which he pursued after his acting career began to wind down. Gray also became involved in the antique business, eventually opening his own store specializing in rare and collectible items. As of now, Billy Gray is still alive and living a quiet life, away from the public eye. He occasionally makes appearances at fan conventions and has expressed gratitude for his time on *Father Knows Best* and his place in TV history.

Billy Gray

Billy Gray

Biography

The Day the Earth Stood Still

In a Lonely Place

The Girl Next Door

Between Midnight and Dawn

Love and Bullets

All I Desire

Mister 880

The Strange Woman

Two for the Seesaw

Adventures of Rusty

Her First Romance

Singing Guns

Cluny Brown

Specter of the Rose

To Each His Own

The Gangster

Lust for Gold

The Good Humor Man

The Scarlet Hour

Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff

The Seven Little Foys

The Killer That Stalked New York

The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry

Kill the Umpire

On Moonlight Bay

Fighting Father Dunne

By the Light of the Silvery Moon

Rendezvous with Annie

Talk About a Stranger

Werewolves on Wheels

The Navy vs. the Night Monsters

The Guy Who Came Back

Backlash

The Judge Steps Out

Dusty and Sweets McGee

Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists!

Father Is a Bachelor

Suspense

The Father Knows Best Reunion

Making The Earth Stand Still

The Outlaw Stallion

The Vampyre Wars

So You Want to Be a Cowboy

Gene Autry and the Mounties

The House Across the Street

A Present with a Future

Curley

Abandoned

The Ping-Pong Match

Our Old Car

Sierra Passage

Porklips Now

Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas

Parlor, Bedroom and Wrath