Actor. Born Robert Erin Bolger, he was a popular character performer most noted for appearing as a regular on many television series. He began his career appearing in the film “The Story of Mr. Hobbs” (1947). In 1952, he assumed the lead role of Captain Walker on the TV series “Hallmark Hall of Fame” and remained in that character until the series final show in 1955. His other TV credits include “The Dick Powell Theatre”, “Death Valley Days”, “12 O’Clock High” and “The High Chaparral”. He was killed in a skydiving accident near Oceanside, California. (bio by: John “J-Cat” Griffith)