McLean Stevenson
Biography
McLean Stevenson was an American actor, comedian, and writer. Born on November 14, 1927, in Normal, Illinois, he began his career in show business at the age of 31. Stevenson worked in night clubs and comedy cabarets, did summer stock theater, and appeared on television before moving to Hollywood. He worked as a comedy writer for Tom Smothers and eventually began acting in sketches. Stevenson is best known for his work on the CBS television series MAS*H. He also appeared on numerous television series and was a regular guest star on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Hollywood Squares. Stevenson passed away on February 15, 1996.
Career overview
McLean Stevenson began his acting career in the entertainment industry. He initially worked in night clubs and comedy cabarets, and also performed in summer stock theater and some television before moving to Hollywood. In Hollywood, he worked as a comedy writer for Tom Smothers.
Stevenson eventually began acting in sketches and went on to appear on a number of television series over a period of thirty years. He was a regular guest star on Johnny Carson's The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and the game show, The Hollywood Squares. Stevenson's acting credits include appearances on various television series, with a total of 33 known credits.
McLean Stevenson is best known for his role as the commanding officer on the CBS television series MAS*H. He portrayed a character in this series, which is one of his most notable acting roles. Stevenson's acting career spanned multiple decades and included a variety of television appearances.
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Full Filmography
38 titles- M*A*S*H: 30th Anniversary Reunion (2002) as Archive footage
- Tales of the City (1993) as Booter Manigault
- Memories of M*A*S*H (1991) as Self / Henry Blake
- Class Cruise (1989) as Miles Gimrich
- Dirty Dancing (1988)
- Mathnet (1987) as Mike Pliers
- Davy Crockett (1986) as Andrew Jackson
- The Golden Girls (1985) as Ted
- Tall Tales & Legends (1985) as Andrew Jackson
- Condo (1983) as James Kirkridge
- American Playhouse (1982) as Booter Manigault
- Hotel (1982) as Harry Gilford
- Hello, Larry (1979) as Larry Adler
- Diff'rent Strokes (1978)
- The Cat from Outer Space (1978) as Link
- In the Beginning (1978) as Father Cleary
- The Love Boat (1977) as Bob Crawford
- The Love Boat (1977) as Captain Donahue
- The Love Boat (1977) as Michael Borden
- The Love Boat (1977) Story
- Donny & Marie (1976) as Self
- The Sonny and Cher Show (1976)
- The McLean Stevenson Show (1976)
- Cher (1975) as Self
- Win, Place or Steal (1975) as Mr. Hammond
- Dinah! (1974) as Self
- Shirts/Skins (1973) as Dr. Benny Summers
- M*A*S*H (1972) as Henry Blake
- M*A*S*H (1972) Writer
- Mr. and Mrs. Bo Jo Jones (1971) as Minister
- The Christian Licorice Store (1971) as Smallwood
- Love, American Style (1969) as Lt. Miller
- The Bold Ones: The New Doctors (1969) as George Caldwell
- The Doris Day Show (1968) as Michael Nicholson
- That Girl (1966)
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self - Guest Host
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is McLean Stevenson best known for?
McLean Stevenson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Tales of the City (1993), Dirty Dancing (1988), Godzilla (1954), Tall Tales & Legends (1985).
When and where was McLean Stevenson born?
McLean Stevenson was born on November 14, 1927 in Normal, Illinois, USA. They passed away on February 15, 1996.
How many credits does McLean Stevenson have?
McLean Stevenson has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2002.
What is McLean Stevenson's background in cinema and television?
McLean Stevenson was an American actor, comedian, and writer. Born on November 14, 1927, in Normal, Illinois, he began his career in show business at the age of 31. Stevenson worked in night clubs and comedy cabarets, did summer stock theater, and appeared on television before moving to Hollywood. He worked as a comedy...