Anecdotes

Credited with two kills over Japanese fighters while serving as a gunner on B-24 "Liberator" bomber aircraft in the Fifth Air Force (Pacific Theater) during WWII.

Was believed to have had a long, bitter and acrimonious feud with actor Jack Klugman that lasted over 40 years. However, it was later revealed that the feud was a hoax and the two actors were actually friends who grew up in the Philadelphia area.

He and Karen adopted a baby boy, Kasey, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 5 months.

Inurned at Mount Sinai Memorial Park, Los Angeles, California - Garden of Heritage, Columbarium of Tradition, Niche 1601A

First wife was his college sweetheart.

Had two daughters, Tracy and Mara, with his second wife.

1946 graduate of Temple University.

Studied acting with Stella Adler.