Raymond Gilmore Allen (March 5, 1929 – August 10, 2020)[1] was an American television actor. He was known for his appearances on television during the 1970s. He had recurring roles as Ned the Wino on Good Times, as Aunt Esther's husband, Woodrow "Woody" Anderson on the NBC sitcom Sanford and Son, and as mechanic Merle the Earl on Starsky and Hutch.[2] He reprised his role as Uncle Woody Anderson in the Sanford and Son spin-off, The Sanford Arms. Allen also made guest appearances on The Jeffersons, What's Happening!!, The Love Boat, and the film Wattstax.[3]
Raymond Allen | |
|---|---|
| Born | Raymond Gilmore Allen March 5, 1929 Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | August 10, 2020 (aged 91) California, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1946–1985 |
| Known for | Woodrow "Woody" Anderson – Sanford and Son Ned the Wino – Good Times |
| Spouse |
Barbara Williams
(m. 1963–1977) |
| Children | 3 |
Life
editAlthough he had not appeared in any acting roles since 1985, as his last appearance was from the television film Gus Brown and Midnight Brewster.[4] He continued making public appearances where he spoke and signed autographs. According to his MySpace page, he was forced to retire from acting due to illness.[5] Allen was married to Barbara Williams from 1963 to 1977; they had three children who include daughters Ta-Ronce Allen and Brenda Allen, as well as son Raymond Gilmore Allen Jr. (deceased).
Death
editAllen died in August 2020 from a respiratory illness in California, at the age of 91.[6][7] His daughter, Ta-Ronce Allen confirmed the news on her Facebook page.[8][9]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | Fight That Ghost | Fast Delivery Bill | |
| 1973 | Mean Mother | Opening Scene Henchman | |
| 1975 | Darktown Strutters | Six Bits |
References
edit- ^ The Hollywood Reporter Staff (August 11, 2020). "Raymond Allen, Actor on 'Sanford and Son,' Dies at 91". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ "Raymond Allen Filmography". Fandango. Archived from the original on May 30, 2013. Retrieved July 9, 2021 – via Wayback Machine.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (August 11, 2020). "Raymond Allen, Good Times and Sanford and Son actor, dies at 91". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Sippell, Margeaux (August 11, 2020). "Raymond Allen, 'Sanford and Son' Actor, Dies at 91". TheWrap. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ "Raymond Allen". MySpace. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Evans, Greg (August 11, 2020). "Raymond Allen Dies: 'Sanford And Son', 'Good Times' Actor Was 91". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Uria, Daniel (August 11, 2020). "'Sanford and Son,' 'Good Times' actor Raymond Allen dies at 91". UPI. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Nichols, Mackenzie (August 11, 2020). "Raymond Allen, Actor Known for 'Sanford and Son' and 'Good Times,' Dies at 91". Variety. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Fox, Kirk (August 11, 2020). "Raymond Allen (1929–2020), "Sanford and Son" actor". legacy.com. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
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