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