William Conrad Biography

Fast Facts

• In 1997, he was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame
• Was trained in the dramatic arts at Fullerton College
• Started in showbusiness as an announcer and writer for the Los Angeles radio station KMPC
• Frequently takes on roles involving characters in adventure dramas
• Widely recognized for his roles on radio, he has portrayed more than 7,500 characters throughout his broadcast career
• Served as a fighter pilot in the U․S․ Army Air Corps during World War II
• Flew a P-39 aircraft under the Golden Gate Bridge twice during World War II