Robert Young
Robert George Young (February 22, 1907 – July 21, 1998) was an American television, film, and radio actor, best known for his leading roles as Jim Anderson, the father of Father Knows Best (NBC and then CBS) and as physician Marcus Welby in Marcus Welby, M.D. (ABC). Young appeared in over 100 films between 1931 and 1952. After appearing on stage, Young was signed with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and, in spite of having a "tier B" status, he co-starred with some of the studio's most illustrious actresses, such as Katharine Hepburn, Margaret Sullavan,…
Known field
Acting
Total Movie Credited
113
Total TV Shows Credited
24
Gender
Male
Place of birth
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Birthdate
February 22, 1907
Death Date
July 21o 1998
Also known as
Robert George Young