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Guy Raymond (born Raymond W. Guyer; July 1, 1911 – January 26, 1997) was an American actor.

Key Information

When he was 15, Raymond debuted professionally as a comedy dancer. Before he became an actor, he danced for 14 years, sometimes performing solo and sometimes as part of a comedy dance team.[3]

Raymond appeared in the films 4D Man, Sail a Crooked Ship, Gypsy, It Happened at the World's Fair, The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming, The Reluctant Astronaut, The Ballad of Josie, Wild in the Streets, Bandolero! and The Undefeated, among others.

On television, Raymond portrayed Cliff Murdock in Harris Against the World,[4] Karen,[4]: 555  and Tom, Dick and Mary.[4]: 1092  His Murdock character was the only one who appeared in all three of the programs.[3]

In 1966 he guest-starred on Gunsmoke playing Dr. Tobias, a seller of herbs and medicines who also purported to be a rainmaker; called to duty while Dodge City was in the midst of its worst drought ever in “The Well” (S12E9).

From 1968 to 1970 he played Mr. Peevy, a local handyman in eleven episodes of The Ghost & Mrs. Muir.

On Broadway, he had the roles of Ulysses in Hook n' Ladder (1952) and George Herman in Pipe Dream (1955).[5] He also acted in stock theater.[6]

Raymond was married to actress Ann Morgan Guilbert. He died on January 26, 1997, in Santa Monica, California, at age 85.[7]

Filmography

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Films

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Year Title Role Notes
1958 Marjorie Morningstar Mr. Klabber Uncredited
1959 4D Man Fred the Guard
1961 Sail a Crooked Ship Helmut
1962 Gypsy Pastey
1963 It Happened at the World's Fair Barney Thatcher
1966 The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming Lester Tilly
1967 The Ballad of Josie Doc
The Reluctant Astronaut Bert
1968 Wild in the Streets Dentist Uncredited
Bandolero! Ossie Grimes
1969 The Undefeated Giles

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1954 The Web
Repertory Theatre Mr. Burnside
Satins and Spurs Tex TV movie
1955 The Elgin Hour Detective
Kraft Theatre
The People's Choice Mr. Buckley
1955–57 The United States Steel Hour Various 3 episodes
1956 Goodyear Playhouse Smitty
1958 Omnibus Stinker
1959 Naked City Various 2 episodes
1960 Maverick Bartender
Dennis the Menace Warehouseman
1960–63 Route 66 Various 4 episodes
1961 The Untouchables Injured bystander
The Asphalt Jungle Tommy McAllister
Dr. Kildare Kelsey
Rio Abe TV movie
1961–62 Ichabod and Me Martin Perkins 5 episodes
1962 The Lloyd Bridges Show Henry Thigpen
1963 The Twilight Zone Gibbons Season 4, Episode 14: "Of Late I Think of Cliffordville"
1964 The Great Adventure Wilson
Calhoun: County Agent Simeon TV movie
1964–65 90 Bristol Court: Karen Cliff Murdock 2 episodes
90 Bristol Court: Harris Against the World 13 episodes
90 Bristol Court: Tom, Dick, and Mary 3 episodes
1965 The Dick Van Dyke Show Horace
1965–80 The Magical World of Disney Ben Grissom / The Shadow 3 episodes
1963–66 Hazel Various 3 episodes
1961–66 Gunsmoke Various 3 episodes
1966 The Phyllis Diller Show Montgomery
1967 Peyton Place Mr. Burrows
Star Trek Trader
1967–69 Green Acres Various 4 episodes
1968–70 The Ghost & Mrs. Muir Mr. Peevey 11 episodes
1969 Doc Sheriff Bart TV movie
The Flim-Flam Man Buck Pilot
1969–70 The Beverly Hillbillies Howard Hewes 2 episodes
1970 Here Come the Bridges Amos Higgins
Headmaster Mr. Kendall
1971 The Virginian Mapes
Alias Smith and Jones Sheriff Carver
Eddie Pasco TV movie
Love, American Style Various 2 episodes
1973 Mannix Old man
The New Dick Van Dyke Show Uncle Jackie
1974 Maude Conductor
1975 Queen of the Stardust Ballroom Petie TV movie
Great Performances Pop
America, You're On Wallace Kirkeby TV movie
1976 Little House on the Prairie Conductor
Dynasty McHenry TV movie
1977 Lou Grant Bailiff
1978 Actor Herman TV movie
1979 Starstruck Ezra Mccallister TV movie
B. J. and the Bear
1980 Young Maverick
The Ghosts of Buxley Hall Ben Grissom TV movie

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Guy Raymond (July 1, 1911 – January 26, 1997) was an American actor, dancer, and comedian renowned for his versatile character roles across stage, film, and television spanning seven decades. Born Raymond Guyer in , he began his career as a teenage solo comedy dancer in nightclubs before forming the acclaimed dance duo Shea & Raymond, which toured with major big bands including those led by and . Raymond transitioned into stand-up comedy, performing in nightclubs and on variety shows such as , and made his Broadway debut in 1935 with George White's Scandals. His stage work included notable appearances in productions like Mrs. McThing alongside , showcasing his comedic timing and physicality honed from years of dance. He later became a familiar face in Hollywood films, often in supporting roles that highlighted his charm, such as in The Undefeated (1969), Gypsy (1962), Bandolero! (1968), and The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming (1966). On television, Raymond enjoyed recurring roles that cemented his status as a character actor, including appearances on Mr. Peepers, Green Acres, and The Ghost & Mrs. Muir, as well as guest spots on The Dick Van Dyke Show and Star Trek in the episode "The Trouble with Tribbles" (1967), where he portrayed the beleaguered bartender on space station K-7. Married to actress Ann Guilbert from 1969 until his death, he also starred opposite her in the 1986 play The Immigrant, earning praise for his portrayal of Milton Perry. Raymond died in Santa Monica, California, at age 85, leaving a legacy of memorable, multifaceted performances in entertainment.

Early life

Birth and upbringing

Guy Raymond was born Raymond Guyer on July 1, 1911, in . Details about his family origins and immediate relatives remain limited in available records, with no extensive documentation on his parents or siblings beyond basic genealogy references. He spent his childhood in , an industrial hub in centered around its iconic waterfalls, which provided a backdrop of economic activity and local tourism during the early . As a teenager, Guyer moved to the area, setting the stage for his later involvement in performance arts.

Introduction to entertainment

Guy Raymond, born Raymond Guyer in , made his professional debut in the entertainment industry at the age of 15 in 1926 as a solo comedy dancer at Chin Lee's Restaurant in . This early gig marked his entry into the , where he performed comedic dance routines that blended humor with physical agility in the vibrant New York nightlife scene. Over the subsequent 14 years, Raymond devoted himself primarily to , establishing a foundation in comedy that defined his initial career before he pivoted toward in the . This period allowed him to refine his unique style, performing in various venues and building experience in the competitive world of live entertainment.

Performing career

Dance and vaudeville

Guy Raymond established his early career as a dancer, performing professionally for 14 years from approximately 1926 to 1940. Initially working as a solo dancer, he honed his skills in live settings, building a foundation in physical performance that emphasized humor and agility. This period marked his transition from novice performer to seasoned artist, with serving as a crucial platform for gaining visibility and refining his act. In the late 1920s and through , Raymond partnered with Jimmy Shea to form the duo Shea & Raymond, which quickly rose to prominence as one of the top teams in the United States. The pair performed extensively on circuits, in presentation houses often accompanying big bands such as those led by and , and in nightclubs across major cities. Their tours extended to , showcasing their routines in diverse venues that included the Oriental Theatre in and the Paramount in during the early 1940s. As comedy dancers, Shea & Raymond incorporated exaggerated physical comedy elements, such as movements and comedic timing, which captivated audiences in the intimate, fast-paced environment of and stages. Their act received strong reception for its energetic and humorous style, contributing significantly to Raymond's reputation as a versatile entertainer capable of engaging crowds through alone. This phase in not only solidified his professional standing but also paved the way for broader opportunities in performance.

Broadway and stage work

Guy Raymond made his Broadway debut in 1935 in George White's Scandals, performing with his dance partner Jimmy Shea. In 1952, he appeared in the original Broadway production of Mrs. McThing, taking on the role of a comic gangster in the fantasy play starring , which contributed to his shift toward character acting. Later that year, he portrayed the character Ulysses in Hook n' Ladder, a that ran for a single performance. Raymond's most notable Broadway role followed in 1955, as George Herman in the musical Pipe Dream, adapted from John Steinbeck's and directed by ; the show ran for 188 performances, showcasing his comedic timing in ensemble scenes. Beyond Broadway, Raymond extensively worked in stock theater and regional productions, honing his versatile style in live performances across various venues. His background in provided a strong foundation for the required in many of these stage roles. Later in his career, he collaborated frequently with his , Ann Guilbert, including in their final joint stage appearance. In 1986, Raymond earned critical acclaim for his portrayal of Milton Perry in the regional premiere of Mark Harelik's The Immigrant at ' , where Guilbert played his onstage spouse, highlighting their natural chemistry in the drama about Jewish immigrants.

Film and television

Film roles

Guy Raymond made his credited film debut as Fred the Guard in the thriller 4D Man (1959), marking the start of a modest but distinctive screen career that spanned approximately 10 feature films through 1969. Primarily a supporting player, Raymond specialized in character roles that capitalized on his background as a performer and dancer, infusing his portrayals with comedic timing and physicality suited to eccentric or humorous sidekicks. His work often appeared in comedies and Westerns, where he provided levity through exaggerated mannerisms reminiscent of his stage roots in song-and-dance routines. In the musical comedy Gypsy (1962), Raymond portrayed Pastey, a wisecracking in the vaudeville circuit, a role that directly echoed his own early career in live entertainment and allowed him to showcase subtle dance-inflected gestures amid the film's burlesque sequences. Similarly, as Barney Thatcher in the Elvis Presley vehicle It Happened at the World's Fair (1963), he played a jovial carnival handyman whose bumbling antics and light-footed camaraderie provided comic relief, drawing on his comedic heritage to enhance the film's breezy, road-trip narrative. These performances highlighted Raymond's ability to blend physical humor with ensemble dynamics, a staple of his pre-film stage experience. Raymond's comedic flair extended to ensemble satires like The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming (1966), where he appeared as the flustered local Lester Tilly during a chaotic mix-up on a small American island, contributing to the film's farce through his character's wide-eyed panic and verbal sparring. He also played Doc in the comedy (1967), a NASA-adjacent role that showcased his humorous everyman persona opposite . Transitioning to Westerns later in the decade, he took on supporting parts that retained humorous undertones, such as Ossie Grimes, a hapless outlaw sidekick in Bandolero! (1968), and Giles in The Undefeated (1969), a comic sergeant in John Wayne's Civil War epic, where his roles often involved wry observations and agile movements that nodded to his dancer's precision amid action-heavy plots. Other notable appearances included the con-artist comedy Sail a Crooked Ship (1961) as Helmut, the bumbling German sailor, and the Doris Day Western (1967) as the quirky Doc, further illustrating his niche as a reliable purveyor of character-driven levity. Throughout this period, Raymond's film work paralleled his burgeoning television career, where similar character archetypes found a home in episodic formats, but cinema allowed him to explore more sustained comedic beats in feature-length stories.

Television roles

Guy Raymond began his television career with guest spots on variety programs in the early , including appearances as a on The Ken Murray Show in 1952 and Cavalcade of Stars in 1950. He also had recurring appearances in two episodes of the sitcom in 1954. He gained prominence through regular and recurring roles in sitcoms during the 1960s. Raymond portrayed Martin Perkins in five episodes of the CBS rural comedy Ichabod and Me from 1961 to 1962, supporting leads George Chandler and Robert Sterling as a suspicious local resident. From 1964 to 1965, he played handyman Cliff Murdock across the NBC "90 Bristol Court" trilogy—Harris Against the World, Karen, and Tom, Dick and Mary—providing continuity as the building superintendent in the shared apartment complex setting. Later, he had a recurring role as the quirky handyman Mr. Peevy in 11 episodes of The Ghost & Mrs. Muir from 1968 to 1970, assisting widow Carolyn Muir (Hope Lange) with odd jobs at Gull Cottage. Raymond made notable guest appearances across a range of anthology and Western series. He appeared in The Twilight Zone episode "Of Late I Think of Cliffordville" in 1963 as Gibbons, a devilish salesman tempting a tycoon. In 1967, he played the beleaguered bartender on space station K-7 in the iconic Star Trek episode "The Trouble with Tribbles," reacting to the influx of furry creatures amid diplomatic tensions. He guested on Gunsmoke in episodes such as "All That" (1961) as Jim Redfield and "The Well" (1966) as Dr. Tobias, a dubious rainmaker. On Green Acres, Raymond appeared in four episodes from 1967 to 1969, often as colorful locals like Grover Simpson or Walter, enhancing the show's rustic humor. He also featured as janitor Horace in the 1965 The Dick Van Dyke Show episode "A Farewell to Writing," interacting with Rob Petrie (Dick Van Dyke) during a writers' retreat. In later years, Raymond continued with television films, including the role of Sheriff Bart in the 1969 NBC pilot Doc, a comedy starring as a small-town physician. He appeared in "Who's Happy Now?" (1970) and "Queen of the Stardust Ballroom" (1975). His final screen credit was as Ben Grissom in the 1980 TV movie The Ghosts of Buxley Hall, a tale involving cadets at a haunted . Beyond scripted roles, Raymond was a familiar face in advertising as Mr. Pruitt in commercials for Autumn Margarine during the 1970s, promoting the product with the folksy slogan "Tastes like Pruitt grew it!"

Personal life

Marriages

Guy Raymond's first marriage was to Evelyn L. Scher in 1942, a union that lasted 25 years until her death on July 31, 1967. Following a period of mourning, Raymond married actress on September 8, 1969, in , ; the marriage endured nearly 30 years until his death in 1997. Guilbert, born in 1928 and thus nearly 17 years his junior, brought her own established career in television and theater to the partnership, and the couple occasionally collaborated professionally in regional theater productions. Neither marriage produced children, though Guilbert had two daughters from her previous union. These relationships provided Raymond with personal stability amid his transitions between stage, film, and television work.

Death

Guy Raymond died on January 26, 1997, in , at the age of 85. He was survived by his wife, actress , whom he had married in 1969 following the death of his first wife, Evelyn Scher. Shortly before his passing, footage from Raymond's role as the trader in the Star Trek: The Original Series episode "The Trouble with Tribbles" (1967) was incorporated into the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Trials and Tribble-ations," which aired on November 4, 1996, as part of the franchise's 30th anniversary celebration.

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