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