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Frank Sutton Biography (Known for His Role as ‘Sgt. Vince Carter’ in the TV Series ‘Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C..’)

Birthday: October 23, 1923 (Libra)

Born In: Clarksville, Tennessee, United States

Advanced Search Frank Sutton was an American actor, best known for playing ‘Gunnery Sergeant Vince Carter’ in the series ‘Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.’ Born and raised in Clarksville, Tennessee, Frank became interested in acting at a tender age. He started acting in dramas at the age of 9. Following his high-school graduation, he began working as a radio announcer. He also enlisted in the ‘US Army’ during the Second World War. Following his stint with the army, he began stage acting yet again. He made his on-screen debut in 1950, with a supporting role in the series titled ‘Tom Corbett, Space Cadet.’ Throughout the 1950s, he continued to play small and supporting roles in series such as ‘The Edge of Night’ and ‘The Secret Storm.’ He gained recognition appearing in various roles in the series ‘The Untouchables.’ He had his acting breakthrough in 1964, playing ‘Vince Carter’ in the sitcom ‘Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.’ However, despite appearing in some acclaimed TV series, he never quite achieved the success he desired. Throughout his career, he also played supporting roles in films such as ‘Four Boys and a Gun’ and ‘The Satan Bug.’ Image Credit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_AlcBG41uc(Button Wood)

Birthday: October 23, 1923 (Libra)

Born In: Clarksville, Tennessee, United States

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Also Known As: Frank Spencer Sutton

Died At Age: 50

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Spouse/Ex-: Toby Igler

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Height: 5'8" (173 cm), 5'8" Males

Died on: June 28, 1974

place of death: Shreveport, Louisiana, United States

U.S. State: Tennessee

Cause of Death: Heart Attack

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education: Columbia University

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American CelebritiesTennessee ActorsColumbia UniversityLibra ActorsAmerican Actors Childhood & Early LifeFrank Sutton was born Frank Spencer Sutton, on October 23, 1923, in Clarksville, Tennessee, US, to Thelma and Frank Sims Sutton. He was the only child in the family. Both his parents worked at a local newspaper.When he was 8 years old, the family moved to Nashville. His father worked at a different newspaper there. Shortly after, his father died of an intestinal disease, leading his mother to bring Frank up as a single mother.Ever since he was a kid, Frank had a keen interest in acting. He performed in front of the crowd for the first time in Nashville, where he played a small role in a play at the age of 9. He also trained in judo back then.While in high school, he continued to act and joined his school’s drama club. Following his high-school graduation, he enrolled at ‘Columbia University’ and studied dramatic arts, earning a major. He graduated “cum laude.”All through this time, he continued to do theater. Following his high-school graduation, he began working as a radio announcer, for which he returned to Clarksville. During the Second World War, he served in the South Pacific, where he participated in 14 assault landings. He also served as a sergeant and won honors such as the ‘Bronze Star’ and the ‘Purple Heart.’He also tried enlisting in the ‘Marine Corps’ but was rejected due to medical reasons.Continue Reading Below