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Russell Johnson Biography

Birth Name:Russell David Johnson

Birth Place:Ashley, Pennsylvania, United States

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

Received a Purple Heart, Air Medal and Philippine Liberation Ribbon for his service during World War II
In 2004, he received the TV Land Pop Culture Award for his work in "Gilligan's Island․"
After leaving the military, he trained in acting at the Actors Lab in Hollywood
In 1949, he got married to fellow TV actor Kay Cousins
Is best known for his role as "The Professor" on the TV series "Gilligan's Island․"
Would frequently take on the role of knowledgeable, intelligent characters
Served in the Army Air Corps as a navigator during World War II