Yesterday we lost two classic television actors that marked the 1960s and 1970s.
Russell Johnson, mostly recognizable from his role as The Professor on Gilligan's Island, passed away at age 89. Johnson's early acting career began in the movies before transitioning over to guest and starring television roles. In 1964, Johnson was cast as Roy Hinkley, a.k.a. The Professor, on CBS' Gilligan's Island. Former castmate Dawn Wells broke the news yesterday via her Twitter account. Johnson was in a Hospice facility and surrounded by his wife and children when he died.
Dave Madden, who was best known as the The Partridge Family's band manager Reuben Kincaid, also passed away yesterday of congestive heart and kidney failure. Madden was 82. Madden was prominent in the '70s and '80s television landscape, appearing in guest roles on Fantasy Island, The Love Boat, and Barney Miller. He also had a recurring role on CBS' Alice as frequent diner Earl Hicks.
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