Ray Ballard
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 23, 1929 in USA
- Died
- February 2, 2020 (aged 90)
- Active Years
- 1958–1986 (29 Years)
- Total Credits
- 60 credits in database
Biography
Ray Ballard, born Raymond Ballard on August 23, 1929, in the USA, was an American actor and producer known for his work in television series and films. Throughout his career, he accumulated 47 known acting credits. His television and film work included appearances in The Invisible Man, Mannix, McCloud, Vamp, The Chase, Sssssss, Airport, Airport 1975, The Out-of-Towners, Little Fauss and Big Halsy, and Countdown. He passed away on February 2, 2020, at the age of 90 in Poway, California.
Career overview
Ray Ballard was an American actor and producer born on August 23, 1929. Throughout his career, he was credited with 47 works in the film and television industry. He is recognized for his supporting roles in various projects during the 1970s. His television credits include appearances in The Invisible Man, Mannix, and McCloud.
His filmography features a diverse range of titles, including The Chase, Countdown, Sssssss, Airport, Airport 1975, The Out-of-Towners, Little Fauss and Big Halsy, and Vamp. Ballard maintained a professional presence in the entertainment industry until his later years. He passed away on February 2, 2020, in Poway, California, at the age of 90. Please note that this individual should not be confused with Ray Halcomb Ballard, an American college football and basketball coach who lived from 1897 to 1970.
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Full Filmography
60 titles- Vamp (1986) as Coffee Shop Proprietor
- T. J. Hooker (1982) as Building Manager
- The Great Cash Giveaway Getaway (1980)
- Mr. Too Little (1979) as Officer Polanski
- Mr. Too Little (1979) Producer
- The Amazing Howard Hughes (1977) as Forbes
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as 1st Newsman
- Lanigan's Rabbi (1976) as Store Detective
- Switch (1975) as Doorman
- The Invisible Man (1975) as Poker Player
- Rhoda (1974) as Mr. Maloney
- Chico and the Man (1974) as Arthur L. Keever
- Airport 1975 (1974) as Passenger (uncredited)
- The Chadwick Family (1974) as Taxi Driver
- Kojak (1973) as Mort
- Sssssss (1973) as Waggish Tourist
- The All-American Boy (1973) as Ring Announcer
- Emergency! (1972) as Floor Cleaner (uncredited)
- Emergency! (1972) as John Welman/Gilbert Wells
- Call Her Mom (1972) as Trustee #1
- The Judge and Jake Wyler (1972) as Harvey Zikoff
- Kung Fu (1972) as Prison Cook
- Kung Fu (1972) as Announcer
- Columbo (1971) as Gardener (uncredited)
- Columbo (1971) as Mr. Williams (uncredited)
- Columbo (1971) as 2nd Reporter (uncredited)
- What's a Nice Girl Like You...? (1971) as Mr. Morrow
- The Failing of Raymond (1971) as Store Owner
- Night Gallery (1970) as Mr. Grouch
- The Odd Couple (1970) as Mr. Crane
- Airport (1970) as Gilbert Price (uncredited)
- The Bold Ones: The Senator (1970) as Waiter
- The Out-of-Towners (1970)
- Lost Flight (1970) as 3rd Man
- A Clear and Present Danger (1970) as Bellboy (uncredited)
- The Lawyer (1970) as Mr. Canon
- Little Fauss and Big Halsy (1970) as The Photographer
- Watermelon Man (1970) as 3rd Passenger
- The Cockeyed Cowboys of Calico County (1970) as Carson
- The Bold Ones: The New Doctors (1969) as Maxie
- Winning (1969) as Trombone Player (uncredited)
- Adam-12 (1968) as Mr. Budley
- Adam-12 (1968) as Grocery Checker
- Adam-12 (1968) as Fenster
- Adam-12 (1968) as Ralph Johnson
- The Name of the Game (1968) as Shelly
- The Name of the Game (1968) as Photographer
- It Takes a Thief (1968) as Man in Linen Suit
- Ironside (1967) as Gus (uncredited)
- Ironside (1967) as Mr. Rowling
- Ironside (1967) as Photographer (uncredited)
- Ironside (1967) as Dispatcher
- Mannix (1967) as Kobin
- Mannix (1967) as Taxi Driver
- Countdown (1967) as Manager (uncredited)
- The Monkees (1966) as Messenger
- The Chase (1966) as Man in Crowd (uncredited)
- Run for Your Life (1965) as Stuffy Reporter
- The Littlest Hobo (1963)
- Bat Masterson (1958) as Clerk
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ray Ballard best known for?
Ray Ballard is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Vamp (1986), The Hidden Fortress (1958), The Amazing Howard Hughes (1977), Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (2006).
When and where was Ray Ballard born?
Ray Ballard was born on August 23, 1929 in USA. They passed away on February 2, 2020.
How many credits does Ray Ballard have?
Ray Ballard has 60 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1958 and 1986.
What is Ray Ballard's background in cinema and television?
Ray Ballard, born Raymond Ballard on August 23, 1929, in the USA, was an American actor and producer known for his work in television series and films. Throughout his career, he accumulated 47 known acting credits. His television and film work included appearances in The Invisible Man, Mannix, McCloud, Vamp, The Chase,...
Ray Ballard by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Columbo (1971) as Gardener (uncredited) — aged about 41
- Columbo (1971) as Mr. Williams (uncredited) — aged about 41
- Columbo (1971) as 2nd Reporter (uncredited) — aged about 41
- Emergency! (1972) as Floor Cleaner (uncredited) — aged about 42
- Emergency! (1972) as John Welman/Gilbert Wells — aged about 42
- Night Gallery (1970) as Mr. Grouch — aged about 40
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