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Dennis Cross

1924 – 1991

American actor

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About Dennis Cross

Lived 1924 – 1991 (aged 66). Dennis Cross was an American actor, television actor, film actor and businessperson.

Dennis Cross (December 17, 1924 – April 6, 1991) was an American film and television actor. He was known for playing the role of Commander Arthur "Tex" Richards in the American syndicated television series The Blue Angels.

Life and career Cross was born in Whitefish, Montana. At the age of 17, he served in the United States Marine Corps, fighting against the Japanese at Guadalcanal. He and his family moved from New York to California in 1955.

Later in his career, Cross appeared in the stage play The Trip to Bountiful, which was televised on The Philco Television Playhouse. He played Harrison Ticket Man. He worked as an assistant manager in San Fernando Valley, California. Cross then moved to California, where he appeared in six episodes of the western television series The Rifleman. He also played the lead role of Commander Arthur "Tex" Richards in the syndicated television series The Blue Angels from 1960 to 1961.

Cross retired from acting in 1976, his last credit being on the television program The Waltons. After retiring from acting, he was a vice president at the Doctors Insurance Company in Santa Monica, California.

Death Cross died on April 6, 1991 in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 66.

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Who was Dennis Cross?

American actor (1924-1991)

When was Dennis Cross born?

Dennis Cross was born on 17 December 1924 in Whitefish.

When did Dennis Cross die?

Dennis Cross died on 6 April 1991 in Los Angeles.

What was Dennis Cross's occupation?

Dennis Cross was an actor, television actor, film actor and businessperson.

What nationality was Dennis Cross?

Dennis Cross was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dennis Cross

· Wikidata: Q5258316

· DBpedia: Dennis Cross

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