Billy Gray
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- January 13, 1938
- Birthplace
- Los Angeles, California, USA
Billy Gray (born January 13, 1938) is an American actor best known for his role as Bud Anderson on the classic television sitcom *Father Knows Best* (1954–1960). His career spans both film and television, and he became a prominent figure in 1950s and 1960s American entertainment. Billy Gray was born in Los Angeles, California. He began his acting career at a young age, appearing in commercials and small roles on television. His early experiences in the entertainment industry led to more significant roles in both film and television. Gray’s big break came when he was cast as Bud Anderson, the teenage son of Jim and Margaret Anderson, on *Father Knows Best*. The show, which ran for six seasons, was a family-oriented sitcom that became one of the most beloved TV shows of its time. As Bud, Gray portrayed the typical all-American teen of the 1950s, and his performance made him a household name. His portrayal of the character earned him recognition and a lasting place in the hearts of TV viewers. In addition to his work on *Father Knows Best*, Billy Gray appeared in a variety of other television series and films. His film career included roles in movies such as *The Day the Earth Stood Still* (1951), *Kiss Me Deadly* (1955), and *The Lone Ranger* (1956). He also appeared in several TV dramas and variety shows, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Following the end of *Father Knows Best* in 1960, Gray’s acting career slowed down. While he appeared in occasional roles on TV shows and films, he transitioned into a variety of other professions, including running a successful business. Billy Gray's personal life was relatively low-key. He had a passion for motorcycles and racing, which he pursued after his acting career began to wind down. Gray also became involved in the antique business, eventually opening his own store specializing in rare and collectible items. As of now, Billy Gray is still alive and living a quiet life, away from the public eye. He occasionally makes appearances at fan conventions and has expressed gratitude for his time on *Father Knows Best* and his place in TV history.
Filmography
Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists! 2021
as Self
Making The Earth Stand Still 2001
as Self
The Vampyre Wars 1996
as Majordomo
Porklips Now 1980
as Dullard
Love and Bullets 1979
as Officer Durant
Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas 1977
as Bud Anderson
The Father Knows Best Reunion 1977
as James Anderson Jr.
Werewolves on Wheels 1971
as Pill
Dusty and Sweets McGee 1971
as City Life
- The Ping-Pong Match
The Ping-Pong Match 1968
as Ping Pong Player
The Navy vs. the Night Monsters 1966
as CPO Fred Twining
Two for the Seesaw 1962
as Monsieur Jacoby
The Scarlet Hour 1956
as Tom Rycker
The Seven Little Foys 1955
as Bryan Lincoln Foy
The Outlaw Stallion 1954
as Danny Saunders
All I Desire 1953
as Ted Murdoch
The Girl Next Door 1953
as Joe Carter
By the Light of the Silvery Moon 1953
as Wesley Winfield
Talk About a Stranger 1952
as Robert 'Bud' Fontaine Jr.
The Day the Earth Stood Still 1951
as Bobby Benson
The Guy Who Came Back 1951
as Willy Joplin
On Moonlight Bay 1951
as Wesley Winfield
Her First Romance 1951
as Boy at Camp Barracks (uncredited)
- So You Want to Be a Cowboy
So You Want to Be a Cowboy 1951
as Little Boy Movie Patron with Lollipop
Gene Autry and the Mounties 1951
as Ned (uncredited)
Sierra Passage 1950
as Young Johnny Yorke
The Killer That Stalked New York 1950
as Pinkie (uncredited)
Between Midnight and Dawn 1950
as Peter J. 'Petey' Conklin (uncredited)
Mister 880 1950
as Mickey (uncredited)
In a Lonely Place 1950
as Young Boy Seeking Autograph (uncredited)
Kill the Umpire 1950
as Boy Playing Baseball (uncredited)
The Good Humor Man 1950
as Junior (uncredited)
Singing Guns 1950
Actor
Father Is a Bachelor 1950
as Feb Chalotte
Abandoned 1949
as Tough Kid in Park (uncredited)
The House Across the Street 1949
as Boy (uncredited)
Lust for Gold 1949
as Boy
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff 1949
as Boy With Bow and Arrow (uncredited)
Parlor, Bedroom and Wrath 1948
Actor
Fighting Father Dunne 1948
as Chip
The Judge Steps Out 1947
as Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited)
The Gangster 1947
as Little Boy (uncredited)
Curley 1947
as Sandy
Backlash 1947
as Denny
The Strange Woman 1946
as Boy on Bridge (uncredited)
Rendezvous with Annie 1946
as Little Boy (uncredited)
Specter of the Rose 1946
as Jack Jones
Suspense 1946
as Small Boy at Zoo (uncredited)
Our Old Car 1946
as Boy (uncredited)
Cluny Brown 1946
as Richard Watkins
To Each His Own 1946
as Billy Ingham
Adventures of Rusty 1945
as Harry (uncredited)
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry 1945
Actor
- A Present with a Future
A Present with a Future 1943
as Billy (uncredited)
Credits from TMDB.