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ACTING . Acting . 58 years (deceased) . New York City, New York, USA

William Bendix_

New York City, New York, USA

"Born — Died "

Born New York City, New York, USA
Birthday
58
Lived
50
Credits
Actor
Known For
0.6
Popularity
23 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Sunday)
Birthplace
New York City, New York, USA
Nationality
Political Party
Republican Party
Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Wiljahelmaz)
Popularity
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William Bendix is known for acting.
Born in New York City, New York, USA (died at age 58).
Recipient of the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.
William Bendix has 50 credits in our database.

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Filmography (50)

Young Fury
Young Fury
1964 / Film
Film
Law of the Lawless
Law of the Lawless
1964 / Film
Film
The Young and The Brave
The Young and The Brave
1963 / Film
Film
For Love or Money
For Love or Money
1963 / Film
Film
Boys' Night Out
Boys' Night Out
1962 / Film
Film
The Phony American
The Phony American
1961 / Film
Film
The Rough and the Smooth
The Rough and the Smooth
1959 / Film
Film
Idol on Parade
Idol on Parade
1959 / Film
Film
The Deep Six
The Deep Six
1958 / Film
Film
Battle Stations
Battle Stations
1956 / Film
Film

AWARDS (1)

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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
WON

Biography

William Bendix (January 14, 1906 – December 14, 1964) was an American film, radio, and television actor, best remembered in movies for the title role in the movie The Babe Ruth Story and for portraying clumsily earnest aircraft plant worker Chester A. Riley in radio and television's The Life of Riley. He also received an Academy Award nomination as Best Supporting Actor for Wake Island (1942).

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was William Bendix?
William Bendix was born on and passed away on at the age of 58.
Where was William Bendix born?
William Bendix was born in New York City, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has William Bendix been in?
William Bendix has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Young Fury (1964), Law of the Lawless (1964), The Young and The Brave (1963), For Love or Money (1963), Boys' Night Out (1962).
What is William Bendix known for?
William Bendix is primarily known as an actor. William Bendix (January 14, 1906 – December 14, 1964) was an American film, radio, and television actor, best remembered in movies for the title role…
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