William Boyett
Biography
William Boyett was born on January 3, 1927, in Akron, Ohio, USA. He attended the University of Southern California and served in the Pacific with the US Navy during World War II. Boyett started his career in various stage productions in New York City and Los Angeles before transitioning to television and movies. He began acting on radio after winning a high school Shakespearean competition. Boyett worked on several projects, including Adam-12, Hôpital Central, and Highway Patrol. He was married to Joan Reynolds and Willagene Wither. Boyett died on December 20, 2004, at the age of 77.
Career overview
William Boyett began his acting career in radio, having won a high school Shakespearean competition. He later transitioned to stage productions in New York City and Los Angeles. After serving in the military and attending the University of Southern California, Boyett started working in television and movies.
Boyett's acting credits span multiple television shows and films. He is known for his work on Highway Patrol, Hôpital Central, and Adam-12. His extensive career in the entertainment industry includes a significant number of acting credits.
Boyett's acting career spanned many years, with his work appearing in various productions. He is associated with the United States, having been born in Ohio and raised in Waco, Texas.
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153 titles- Theodore Rex (1995) as Desk Sergeant
- Rebel Highway (1994) as Dr. Shainmark
- Girls in Prison (1994) as Dr. Shainmark
- Blood Run (1994) as Briskin
- Newsies (1992) as Judge Movealong Monahan
- The Rocketeer (1991) as Government Liaison
- Strays (1991) as Dr. Lyle Sokol
- The Wish That Changed Christmas (1991) as Officer Jones (voice)
- Gypsy Angels (1990) as Mr. Allman
- Dear John (1988) as Officer
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Lt. Dan Bell
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Policeman
- The Hidden (1987) as Jonathan Miller
- The Deliberate Stranger (1986) as Aspen Detective
- The Deliberate Stranger (1986) as Aspen Detective
- Native Son (1986) as Reporter #3
- Amazing Stories (1985) as Colonel Travis
- Hell Town (1985)
- The Turkey Caper (1985) as Ranger Jones
- Night Court (1984) as Arresting Officer
- Getting Physical (1984) as Desk Sergeant
- Sam's Son (1984) as Coach Sutter
- Which Witch is Which? (1984) as Ranger Jones
- The A-Team (1983) as Nino's Catering
- Scarecrow and Mrs. King (1983)
- Space Raiders (1983) as Taggert
- Knight Rider (1982) as Desk Sergeant
- T. J. Hooker (1982) as Sgt. Roy Kavin
- Family Ties (1982) as Policeman
- Hotel (1982)
- Simon & Simon (1981)
- Simon & Simon (1981) as NBI Special Agent Carl Lomax
- Bloody Birthday (1981)
- Knots Landing (1979) as Frank Kolbert
- Tales of the Unexpected (1979) as Simpson
- Archie Bunker's Place (1979)
- Ike (1979) as Gen. Ward Hoffenberg
- Ike (1979) as Gen. Ward Hoffenberg
- When a Stranger Calls (1979) as Sgt. Sacker (as Bill Boyett)
- The Golden Gate Murders (1979) as Bridge Supervisor
- Confessions of the D.A. Man (1978) as Sergeant 'Mac' MacDonald
- Every Girl Should Have One (1978) as Detective Rand
- The Love Boat (1977) as Joe Lujack
- The Incredible Hulk (1977)
- CHiPs (1977) as Rhodes
- CHiPs (1977) as Hogan (as Bill Boyett)
- Rosetti and Ryan: Men Who Love Women (1977) as Hannigan
- Quincy, M.E. (1976)
- The Bionic Woman (1976)
- Gemini Man (1976)
- Mobile Two (1975) as Lt. Don Carter
- The Rockford Files (1974) as Harvey Slate
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Air Force General
- Emergency! (1972)
- Ghost Story (1972) as The Foreman
- The Rookies (1972)
- Airport (1970) as Jack Ingram
- Sam Whiskey (1969) as Corporal
- Adam-12 (1968) as Sergeant MacDonald
- Adam-12 (1968) as Sgt. MacDonald
- Cocoon (1968) as Agent in Brent's Office
- Ironside (1967)
- Mannix (1967)
- The Invaders (1967) as Tressider's Man
- Batman (1966) as Policeman
- Family Affair (1966)
- Get Smart (1965) as Skipper
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Guide
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Bill, the Cop
- Run for Your Life (1965) as 2nd Detective
- Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1964) as Policeman
- The Outer Limits (1963) as Co-Pilot Beeman
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as 1st Detective
- Kraft Suspense Theatre (1963) as Highway Patrolman Caulfield
- The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) as The Young Policeman
- The Virginian (1962) as Cadwell
- The Virginian (1962) as Harley
- Period of Adjustment (1962) as Trucker (uncredited)
- Mister Ed (1961)
- Gunslinger (1961) as Roy Jessup
- Ricochet (1961) as company clerk
- My Three Sons (1960) as Captain
- My Three Sons (1960) as Joe Mitchell
- My Three Sons (1960) as Coach
- My Three Sons (1960) as Cowboy
- The Chevy Mystery Show (1960) as Policeman
- Who Was That Lady? (1960) as Howard (uncredited)
- Laramie (1959) as Walt Cade
- The Detectives (1959)
- Black Saddle (1959) as Bridges
- Mr. Lucky (1959)
- It Started with a Kiss (1959) as Alec (uncredited)
- Last Clear Chance (1959)
- Bat Masterson (1958) as Grimm - Stocky Bodyguard
- Bat Masterson (1958) as Marshal
- Sea Hunt (1958)
- Tarawa Beachhead (1958) as Ullman (uncredited)
- As Young As We Are (1958) as Eric
- Perry Mason (1957) as Motor Cop
- Perry Mason (1957) as Pete Kelton
- Perry Mason (1957) as Police Sgt. Ralph Reynolds
- Perry Mason (1957) as Buck Osborn
- Perry Mason (1957) as Otto Norden
- Perry Mason (1957) as Police Officer
- Perry Mason (1957) as Police Sergeant
- Perry Mason (1957) as Detective
- Have Gun, Will Travel (1957)
- M Squad (1957) as Detective Sgt. Harris
- Harbor Command (1957)
- Official Detective (1957)
- The Silent Service (1957) as Lt. Comm. Hastings
- Whirlybirds (1957) as Bob 'Speed' Conroy
- Until They Sail (1957) as US Marine (uncredited)
- Boots and Saddles (1957)
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Union Captain
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Union Trooper
- Forbidden Planet (1956) as Crewman (uncredited)
- Somebody Up There Likes Me (1956) as Military Policeman (uncredited)
- Fighting Trouble (1956) as Chips Conroy (uncredited)
- Highway Patrol (1955) as Officer 3833
- Highway Patrol (1955) as Officer Johnson
- Highway Patrol (1955) as Sgt. Ken Williams
- Highway Patrol (1955) as Officer Johnson (uncredited)
- Highway Patrol (1955) as Dispatcher (voice) (uncredited)
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Harry
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Jake
- The Millionaire (1955) as Lt. Decker
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Capt. Davidson
- Navy Log (1955)
- Sergeant Preston of the Yukon (1955)
- Strange Lady in Town (1955) as Lt. Keith (uncredited)
- Big House, U.S.A (1955) as Ranger at Park Exit (uncredited)
- Inside Detroit (1955)
- Shield for Murder (1954)
- Private Hell 36 (1954) as Stimson (uncredited)
- The Life Of Riley (1953) as Coach
- You Are There (1953) as Col. Knox
- I Led Three Lives (1953)
- General Electric Theater (1953) as First Lt. Mitchell
- Vice Squad (1953) as Officer Kellogg (uncredited)
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Interne
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Navigator
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Guard
- Dangerous Assignment (1952)
- Gang Busters (1952)
- Biff Baker U.S.A. (1952) as Soldier
- Dragnet (1951) as Stanley Bushing
- Dragnet (1951) as Larry Thompson
- Dragnet (1951)
- Racket Squad (1951)
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951)
- The Bogus Green (1951) as Nick Helmerick
- The Cisco Kid (1950) as Henchman
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is William Boyett best known for?
William Boyett is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Rebel Highway (1994), Newsies (1992), The Rocketeer (1991), Dear John (1988).
When and where was William Boyett born?
William Boyett was born on January 3, 1927 in Akron - Ohio - USA. They passed away on December 20, 2004.
How many credits does William Boyett have?
William Boyett has accumulated over 153 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1950 to 1995.
What is William Boyett's background in cinema and television?
William Boyett was born on January 3, 1927, in Akron, Ohio, USA. He attended the University of Southern California and served in the Pacific with the US Navy during World War II. Boyett started his career in various stage productions in New York City and Los Angeles before transitioning to television and movies. He beg...