Ralph Waite

Birth Name:

Ralph Waite

Birth Place:

White Plains, New York, United States

Profession

Actor, Director, Producer, Writer, Soundtrack

Became president of a coalition that built housing for the poor in Palm Desert, Calif
After high school, he served in the United States Marines for two years
Had many occupations before becoming an actor, including social worker, Presbyterian minister and religious editor
Did not begin his acting career until around the age of 30
His character on "The Waltons," John Walton, Sr․, ranked as third by "TV Guide" in its list of "50 Greatest TV Dads of All Time․"

1977Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Single Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Drama Series:Nominated
1978Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series:Nominated
1980Special MentionWinner
1980Golden CharybdisNominated

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