
Bill Bixby
Wilfred Bailey Everett Bixby III (January 22, 1934–November 21, 1993) was an American actor, director, and producer. His career spanned more than three decades, during which he became well-known for a variety of television roles. Bixby achieved early popularity starring as Tim O'Hara in the CBS sitcom "My Favorite Martian" (1963-1966), and he later played the widowed father Tom Corbett in the ABC sitcom "The Courtship of Eddie's Father" (1969-1972). He was also recognized for his role as stage magician and detective Anthony Blake in "The Magician" (1973-1974). Bixby's most iconic role came in the late 1970s when he portrayed Dr. David Banner in the CBS science-fiction drama "The Incredible Hulk," a role he reprised in three television movies. In addition to acting, he directed numerous episodes of shows throughout his career. Bixby was nominated for three Emmy Awards. He passed away from complications of prostate cancer on November 21, 1993, at age 59. His enduring legacy is marked by his kind and compassionate portrayals and the versatility he brought to his work across television and film.
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Films
41
TV Shows
27
Crew Credits
Known For
80 Credits
The Mike Douglas Show
as Self
1961

The Love Boat
as John Ballard
1977

The Andy Griffith Show
as Ronald Bailey
1960

Ironside
1967

Ironside
as Dr. Gallin
1967

The Twilight Zone
as OOD
1959

Love, American Style
as Darian
1969

Love, American Style
1969

Love, American Style
as Alan
1969

Mannix
as Tony Elliott
1967

Dr. Kildare
as Dr. John Grant
1961

Dr. Kildare
as Dr. Ben Mollenhour
1961
Behind the Camera
27 Credits
Charlie's Angels
Director
1976

Mannix
Director
1967

The Incredible Hulk
Director
1977

Blossom
Director
1990

Room 222
Director
1969

Sledge Hammer!
Director
1986

Rich Man, Poor Man - Book II
Director
1976

The Courtship of Eddie's Father
Director
1969

The Magician
Director
1973

Rich Man, Poor Man
Director
1976

The Oregon Trail
Director
1977

Ferris Bueller
Director
1990