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Buddy Ebsen Biography (Actor and Dancer Known for His Role as ‘Jed Clampett’ on the TV Serise ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’)

Birthday: April 2, 1908 (Aries)

Born In: Belleville, Illinois, United States

Advanced Search Buddy Ebsen was an American actor cum dancer best remembered for playing the character of ‘Jed Clampett’ in the American sitcom ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’ in the 1960s. He also portrayed the title character in the detective series ‘Barnaby Jones,’ created by Edward Hume, for almost seven years on CBS. Ebsen started his career as a dancer on the Broadway and also formed a vaudeville act with his sister Vilma Ebsen. The siblings then moved to Hollywood in search of better prospects in the show business. However, Vilma did not continue her career for long and eventually retired from the show business after featuring with her brother in their first MGM movie ‘Broadway Melody of 1936’. Ebsen then featured in many other movies including ‘Born to Dance’ and ‘Broadway Melody of 1938’ alongside Frances Langford and Judy Garland. After establishing himself as a successful film actor, he ventured into television as well and appeared in several popular TV shows. Image Credit http://waytofamous.com/1938-buddy-ebsen.html

Birthday: April 2, 1908 (Aries)

Born In: Belleville, Illinois, United States

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Also Known As: Christian Ludolf Ebsen Jr., Frank Ebsen

Died At Age: 95

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Dorothy Knott (m. 1985–2003), Nancy Wolcott McKeown (m. 1945–1985), Ruth Cambridge (m. 1936–1942)

children: Alix Ebsen, Bonnie Ebsen, Cathy Ebsen, Dustin Ebsen, Elizabeth Ebsen, Kiki Ebsen, Susannah Ebsen

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Height: 6'4" (193 cm), 6'4" Males

Died on: July 6, 2003

place of death: Torrance, California, United States

Cause of Death: Respiratory Failure

Ancestry: Danish American

U.S. State: Illinois

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education: University Of Florida, Rollins College

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  What role did Buddy Ebsen play in "The Beverly Hillbillies?"

  Buddy Ebsen played the role of Jed Clampett in "The Beverly Hillbillies."

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  Did Buddy Ebsen have a singing career?

  Yes, Buddy Ebsen had a successful singing career and released several albums.

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  What was Buddy Ebsen's first major film role?

  Buddy Ebsen's first major film role was as the Scarecrow in "The Wizard of Oz," although he was replaced by another actor due to health issues.

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  Did Buddy Ebsen serve in the military?

  Yes, Buddy Ebsen served in the United States Coast Guard during World War II.

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  Was Buddy Ebsen an accomplished dancer?

  Yes, Buddy Ebsen was an accomplished dancer and was known for his dancing skills in films and television shows.

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American CelebritiesAmerican MenIllinois ActorsRollins CollegeUniversity Of Florida Childhood & Early LifeChristian Ludolf Ebsen Jr., commonly known as Buddy Ebsen in the show business, was born in Belleville, Illinois on April 2, 1908, to Christian Ludolf Ebsen Sr. and Frances. His father was Danish and a choreographer by profession and his mother, who was Latvian, used to paint.Ebsen was the middle child with two sisters including Vilma Ebsen. His father owned a dance studio and he encouraged Ebsen to learn the art.In 1920, Ebsen relocated with his family to Orlando, Florida, and he continued his education there. In 1926, he graduated from the Orlando High School and enrolled in the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida to pursue a career in medicine.A year later he joined the Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida but had to drop out at the age of 20 due to financial problems. He then took up dancing and singing as a way of making his living.Continue Reading Below