He had a supporting role in Jingle All the Way (1996) with Arnold Schwarzenegger. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. 1940 United States Federal Census [database on-line]. A recipient of the Distinguished Service Award in Broadcasting and an inductee of the Stuntmans Hall of Fame, Conrad was a longtime supporter of amateur boxing, the Wounded Warriors Project, Paralyzed Veterans of America, the United States Marine Corps, and the Jimmie Heuga Endowment, which provides support to those affected with multiple sclerosis. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. The latter revealed: "I was raised on the set of Wild, Wild West. Family members linked to this person will appear here. With a rugged build and handsome features, he left an indelible mark on American television during a career spanning over four decades. Conrad befriended up-and-coming actor Nick Adams during this period, and it was Adams who helped Conrad get his first Hollywood work in 1957. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. The actor was subsequently charged with two drunk driving charges. He prided himself on doing much of the stunt work during the run of "The Wild, Wild West" which resulted once in serious injuries and hospitalization from a fall while swinging on a chandelier. Buried in Eastwood, Michigan, USA. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. The actor was an advocate of gender equality, a character he instilled in his kids as they grew. ", Robert Conrad during CBS Winter TCA Press Tour on January 12, 1994 | Source: Getty Images. Add to your scrapbook. All U.S., Find a Grave Index, 1600s-Current results for Robert Conrad. Try again later. He made his motion picture debut in "Thundering Jets" (1959) and would appear in the films "Young Dillinger" (1965), "Murph the Surf" (1975), "The Lady in Red" (1979) and "Wrong Is Right" (1982). An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. If you are a WordPress user with administrative privileges on this site, please enter your email address in the box below and click "Send". Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Discovery Company. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. During the 1970s, he appeared in a popular TV commercial for Eveready Batteries which he made the memorable phrase "I dare you to knock this battery from my shoulder." This account has been disabled. Photofest. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Robert, whose alcohol level was above 0.20 percent, almost three times the legal limit, had collided with another vehicle and injured the occupant Kevin Burnett. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? The story reveals a senior Marine aviator who has reached his pinnacle as a flyer and now must face the decision of accepting a promotion to brigadier general with a new ground focused future in the Marines, or the possibility of retiring from the Corps and moving on in a different direction with his life. Conrad was also a singer, and recorded music under the name of Bob Conrad in the 1950s and 60s. Here are some details about his relationships and children. (HTTP response code 503). This is a carousel with slides. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? In addition to acting, he was a singer and recorded several pop/rock songs in the late 1950s and early 1960s as Bob Conrad. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Died on 6 Nov 1996. Actor Robert Conrad, known for the television show "The Wild Wild West," died Saturday at the age of 84, according to his family spokesperson Jeff Ballard. Did you encounter any technical issues? No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. You can always change this later in your Account settings. The dramatized World War II adventures of U.S. Major Gregory "Pappy" Boyington and his U.S. Marine Attack Squadron 214, (The Black Sheep Squadron). Resend Activation Email. Black Sheep Squadron: With Robert Conrad, Simon Oakland, Dana Elcar, Dirk Blocker. A year later, his wife became pregnant for the second time, but six months into her pregnancy, in December 1953, Robert lost his job. Audra Lindley and James Whitmore Find Seven Grandchildren Just 'Bully! 2023 Cable News Network. [1] He appeared in the documentary film Pappy Boyington Field (released in July 2010 on DVD) where he recounted his personal insights about the legendary Marine Corps aviator he portrayed in the television series. [2] She became the first publicity director of Mercury Records, where she was known as Jackie Smith. Speaking on their relationship, the actor lauded his second wife and explained, "You've got to be into a guy to want to move with him and live this kind of life.". Due to his upbringing as a child of Chicago working-class parents, Richard was also very strict with his children while they were young. "After I sell it, I'm seriously thinking of moving to Spain. Born Conrad Robert Falk, later known as Robert Conrad had eight children. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. 1 hit in 13 countries including the United States. Conrad himself caused the crash as he was driving under the influence. [citation needed], Conrad spent most of the 1980s starring in television movies. There was no attempt on the part of either Robert Conrad or Larry Manetti to attend the funerals of Anthony 0or Michael. Major, Jack (1965). To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Actor, Director, Writer, Singer, Radio Host Robert's first marriage was to his young sweetheart, Joan Kenlay. He formed a friendship with the series' star Robert Conrad for which led to West being cast in the recurring part of 'Sergeant Micklin' in the show "Black Sheep Squadron" (1977 to 1978), of which Conrad was the star. Specifically: ashes scattered in the pacific ocean, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/206942811/robert-conrad. Thanks for your help! Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Additionally, he performed stunt work during the course of the show's run. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. We have set your language to Actor, Stuntman. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Robert Conrad during NBC Tribute to Clint Eastwood in Los Angeles | Source: Getty Images, GENDER EQUALITY IN CONRAD'S FAMILY AND HIS STRICT PARENTING. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Born Conrad Robert Falk, the Chicago native attended Northwestern University. 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He explained that he was banking on the show to be successful and was glad to be leading the crew even though he could not sack anyone. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Robert Conrad I found on Findagrave.com. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much The next year, he was in the episode "Four into Zero" of Kraft Suspense Theatre, and portrayed Pretty Boy Floyd in Young Dillinger alongside his old friend Nick Adams. Their marriage produced three children before their divorce in 2010. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. The actor's daughter, Nancy, praised her father for being a hard worker during the filming. A handsome, rugged leading man who played in a wide range of motion pictures, he may be best remembered by movie audiences for the films The Time Machine (1960), The Birds (1963) and Darker than Amber (1970). cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. BIRTH COUNTRY: United States He was 84. However, after their divorce, she had moved on and married another man. The actor and his wife made sure their kids were raised right, and even after their divorce, the mother of four continued to take charge of the family's finances. Robert also stunned fans with his perfect portrayal of a World War II fighter in the movie "Black Sheep Squadron," portraying the real-life character of Pappy Boyington.. Away from the movie scene, the actor was married twice and was also the father to eight children from his marriages. To use this feature, use a newer browser. ', PHOTOS: Mark-Paul Gosselaar, NPH and More of TV's Hottest Hang Out at the TCAs. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Death Cause and Funeral Robert Conrad passed away on Saturday, February 08, 2020, at the age of 84 in Malibu, California. Conrad was soon signed to an acting contract by Warner Bros. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. In 1984 Conrad and his production company produced the film, Hard Knox. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. After Hawaiian Eye, the actor went on to star as Secret Service agent James T. West in The Wild Wild West, which ran from 1965 to 1969. A system error has occurred. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. [1], Conrad was born Conrad Robert Falk in Chicago. Born Conrad Robert Falk, the Chicago native attended Northwestern University. He was popularly known for his jaw-dropping performances in movies like "The Wild Wild West," where he played the character Jim West. Failed to remove flower. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. ROBERT'S SECOND WIFE MOVED FORWARD HE TRIED TO FIND A NEW LOVE BEFORE DEATH. BIRTH STATE: Illinois In 1969, he signed a three-picture deal with Bob Hope's Doan Productions. [25], In 1978, Conrad starred in the short-lived TV series The Duke as Duke Ramsey, a boxer turned private eye. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. He portrayed World War II ace Pappy Boyington in the television series Baa Baa Black Sheep (later syndicated as Black Sheep Squadron). He prided himself on doing much of the stunt work during the run of "The Wild, Wild West" which resulted once in serious injuries and hospitalization from a fall while swinging on a chandelier. [17] He did most of his own stunts and fight scenes during the series, and while filming the season four episode "The Night of the Fugitives", he was injured and rushed to the hospital after he dove from the top of a saloon staircase, lost his grip on a chandelier, fell 12 feet, and landed on his head. Copyright 2020. It takes a while to patiently take him aside and show him why things might not be going well.". We have set your language to This is a carousel with slides. STATE OF PASSING: California Robert Conrad as James T. West in "The Wild Wild West" aired on September 16, 1966 | Source: Getty Images. A system error has occurred. [12] He had a small role in the film Thundering Jets, also in 1958. Try again later. Sadly Robert could not fulfill his wish before he died in 2020, aged 84. Robert confessed: "I never thought I'd dance more than once, but LaVelda is the honest, real person I know.". Resend Activation Email. Try again later. [48], This article is about the American actor. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Margery Blanche Ebzery Conrad Nascimento 17 feb 1902. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. [12] Conrad's brief non-speaking role in Juvenile Jungle enabled him to join the Screen Actors Guild. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. [23], The show's success led Conrad to win a People's Choice Award for Favorite Male Actor and a Golden Globe nomination for his performance. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Results 1-20 of 1,366 View Record Name Birth Date Death Date Burial or . "He lived a wonderfully long life and while the family is saddened by his. Try again later. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. After Hawaiian Eye was over, Conrad starred in Palm Springs Weekend (1963), Warners' attempt to repeat the success of Where the Boys Are (1960) with its young contract players. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. COUNTRY OF PASSING: United States. We are here to ease the burden. This is a carousel with slides. [18], In addition to starring in The Wild Wild West, Conrad found time to work on other projects. (1971 to 1972) and "Baa Baa Black Sheep" in which he portrayed 'Major Greg 'Pappy' Boyington' (1976 to 1978). It is there, where the story of Hard Knox begins to unfold. The cause was heart . [citation needed], Conrad found ratings success again from 1976 to 1978 as legendary tough-guy World War II fighter ace Pappy Boyington in Baa Baa Black Sheep, retitled for its second season and in later syndication as Black Sheep Squadron. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. After the accident, he couldn't control his left arm and suffered a partial paralysis of the right side of his body. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. [39] In 1984, Conrad was awarded a star on the Walk of Western Stars in Newhall, California (now a part of Santa Clarita). Verify and try again. Record for Robert E Conrad 19 1818 - 1851 in Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, Winchester City, Virginia, United States from BillionGraves GPS Headstones. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. GREAT NEWS! PASSED: February 08, 2020 He was inducted into the Hollywood Stuntmen's Hall of Fame[32] for his work on The Wild Wild West series.[33]. He had at least 1 daughter with Maggie H. Raudenbush. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Add to your scrapbook. [citation needed], Conrad appeared in the movie Samurai Cowboy in 1994. ", The veteran actor hoped to sell his Malibu mansion and move to Spain to find love before his death. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. He made his motion picture debut in "Thundering Jets" (1959) and would appear in the films "Young Dillinger" (1965), "Murph the Surf" (1975), "The Lady in Red" (1979) and "Wrong Is Right" (1982). GREAT NEWS! He revealed: "I'd love to fall in love again! Source Information: Ancestry.com. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Hopefully this recording will help you feel that you hav. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. West remained busy in both TV and films (among his films include "Road House", 1989) into the 2010s. [citation needed], Warner Brothers had a big success with its detective show 77 Sunset Strip, then made Hawaiian Eye, a follow-up series. 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