Billy Gray
Biography
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.
Known For
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948
Father Knows Best
1954
That Girl
1966
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
1955
Adventures of Superman
1952
The Gene Autry Show
1950
The Gene Autry Show
1950
Arrest and Trial
1963
Racket Squad
1951
The Greatest Show on Earth
1963
Stagecoach West
1960
The Day the Earth Stood Still
1951
Filmography
The Ed Sullivan Show
as Self · 1948
Father Knows Best
as Bud Anderson · 1954
That Girl
· 1966
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
as Perry Hatch · 1955
Adventures of Superman
as Alan Harper · 1952
The Gene Autry Show
as Eddie Baker · 1950
The Gene Autry Show
as Jimmy Foster · 1950
Arrest and Trial
as Colin Martin · 1963
Racket Squad
· 1951
The Greatest Show on Earth
as Nick · 1963
Stagecoach West
as Frankie Niles · 1960
The Day the Earth Stood Still
as Bobby Benson · 1951
In a Lonely Place
as Young Boy Seeking Autograph (uncredited) · 1950
The Strange Woman
as Boy on Bridge (uncredited) · 1946
Two for the Seesaw
as Monsieur Jacoby · 1962
Lust for Gold
as Boy · 1949
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff
as Boy With Bow and Arrow (uncredited) · 1949
Love and Bullets
as Officer Durant · 1979
The Killer That Stalked New York
as Pinkie (uncredited) · 1950
To Each His Own
as Billy Ingham · 1946
The Judge Steps Out
as Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited) · 1947
Between Midnight and Dawn
as Peter J. 'Petey' Conklin (uncredited) · 1950
The Seven Little Foys
as Bryan Lincoln Foy · 1955
Sierra Passage
as Young Johnny Yorke · 1950
On Moonlight Bay
as Wesley Winfield · 1951
Singing Guns
· 1950
Mister 880
as Mickey (uncredited) · 1950
The Gangster
as Little Boy (uncredited) · 1947
Hollywood in the Atomic Age: Monsters! Martians! Mad Scientists!
as Self · 2021
Cluny Brown
as Richard Watkins · 1946
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry
· 1945
The Outlaw Stallion
as Danny Saunders · 1954
Talk About a Stranger
as Robert 'Bud' Fontaine Jr. · 1952
The Scarlet Hour
as Tom Rycker · 1956
The Navy vs. the Night Monsters
as CPO Fred Twining · 1966
The Girl Next Door
as Joe Carter · 1953
The Good Humor Man
as Junior (uncredited) · 1950
The Father Knows Best Reunion
as James Anderson Jr. · 1977
All I Desire
as Ted Murdoch · 1953
Father Knows Best: Home for Christmas
as Bud Anderson · 1977
Specter of the Rose
as Jack Jones · 1946
Father Is a Bachelor
as Feb Chalotte · 1950
The House Across the Street
as Boy (uncredited) · 1949
Dusty and Sweets McGee
as City Life · 1971
By the Light of the Silvery Moon
as Wesley Winfield · 1953
Werewolves on Wheels
as Pill · 1971
The Vampyre Wars
as Majordomo · 1996
Her First Romance
as Boy at Camp Barracks (uncredited) · 1951
Gene Autry and the Mounties
as Ned (uncredited) · 1951
Adventures of Rusty
as Harry (uncredited) · 1945
Abandoned
as Tough Kid in Park (uncredited) · 1949
The Guy Who Came Back
as Willy Joplin · 1951
Backlash
as Denny · 1947
Fighting Father Dunne
as Chip · 1948
Making The Earth Stand Still
as Self · 2001
Kill the Umpire
as Boy Playing Baseball (uncredited) · 1950
A Present with a Future
as Billy (uncredited) · 1943
The Ping-Pong Match
as Ping Pong Player · 1968
Suspense
as Small Boy at Zoo (uncredited) · 1946
Rendezvous with Annie
as Little Boy (uncredited) · 1946
Parlor, Bedroom and Wrath
· 1948
So You Want to Be a Cowboy
as Little Boy Movie Patron with Lollipop · 1951
Our Old Car
as Boy (uncredited) · 1946
Curley
as Sandy · 1947
Porklips Now
as Dullard · 1980