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