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Donald Foster

1889 – 1969

American actor

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Lived 1889 – 1969 (aged 80). Donald Foster was an American actor and television actor.

Henri Donald Foster (July 31, 1889 – December 23, 1969) was an American actor who appeared in a number of television series during the 1950s and 1960s, including Perry Mason, The Addams Family, Bewitched, That Girl, and The Monkees. He played recurring character Herbert Johnson, the Baxters' dotty neighbor in the 1960s sitcom, Hazel. He also had bit parts in a few Hollywood films.

Foster's first acting experience was on a showboat on the Mississippi River. His Broadway debut came in The Country Cousin (1917). He had a leading role in the long-running Broadway hit Two Girls Wanted. His final Broadway performance was in The Ponder Heart (1956). Death On December 23, 1969, Foster died at his home in Hollywood, California. He was 80 years old.

Filmography

Television Year Title Role Notes1967 The Monkees Courtier S1:E21, "The Prince and the Paupers"1967 The Monkees Vice President S2:E2, "The Picture Frame"

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Henri Donald Foster

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Donald Foster?

American actor (1889-1969)

When was Donald Foster born?

Donald Foster was born on 31 July 1889 in Oil City.

When did Donald Foster die?

Donald Foster died on 23 December 1969 in Hollywood.

What was Donald Foster's occupation?

Donald Foster was an actor and television actor.

What nationality was Donald Foster?

Donald Foster was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Donald Foster

· Wikidata: Q5294375

· DBpedia: Donald Foster (actor)

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