Stacy Keach, Sr. was the stage name of Walter Stacy Keach (May 29, 1914–February 13, 2003), an American actor whose screen career spanned six decades. He may be best known for his role as Carlson in the television show Get Smart. He was born in Chicago, Illinois. Keach's career ranged from 1942 to 1997, with more than seventy movie and television appearances.
Keach's lookalike son, Stacy Keach, Jr., enjoys an acting career with far greater name recognition than his father's. The younger Keach is perhaps best known for starring in the title role of the Mike Hammer television series in the 1980s and 1990s. Another son, James Keach, is also an actor as well as director and producer; he is married to actress Jane Seymour.
Stacy Keach, Sr. died of congestive heart failure at age 88 in Burbank, California.
Father of Stacy Keach and James Keach.
Was the past president of the Rotary Club. Sgma Alpha Epsilon. Received a BS from Northwestern University, 1935.
Father-in-law of Jane Seymour (I).
Producer/director of NBC Radio's "Tales of the Texas Rangers" (1950-1952).
Created, produced and directed the western series "Tales of the Texas Rangers on radio and TV.
Once a drama teacher before moving to Hollywood in the 40s to direct at the Pasadena Playhouse.
Was a dialogue coach for Universal in his early film career.
