Garry Walberg

Garry Walberg (June 10, 1921 – March 27, 2012) was an American character actor primarily known for his work on television. He performed in numerous TV shows beginning in the early 1950s, including Johnny Staccato, Lassie, Peyton Place, The Fugitive and Star Trek TOS. He appeared in the first episode of The Twilight Zone, entitled "Where Is Everybody?".

The Buffalo, New York-born Walberg was probably best known for his role as LAPD Homicide Lt. Frank Monahan in Quincy, M.E. (1976–83), starring Jack Klugman in the title role. Walberg had previously appeared alongside Klugman in The Odd Couple (1970–75) as Oscar's poker crony, Homer "Speed" Deegan. He reprised the role in the 1993 TV movie The Odd Couple: Together Again.

Death

Walberg died from chronic pulmonary disease on March 26, 2012, aged 90, in Northridge, California.[1]

References

  1. ↑ PASSINGS: Murray Rose, Tippy Dye, Garry Walberg

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