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Dudley Manlove

1914 – 1996

American actor, radio announcer

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Lived 1914 – 1996 (aged 81). Dudley Manlove was an American actor, television actor, radio personality and radio announcer.

Dudley Devere Manlove (June 11, 1914 – April 17, 1996) was an American radio announcer and an actor. His credits include the San Francisco–based radio detective show Candy Matson, YUkon 2-8209.

Early years In 1921, Manlove was one of a group of juvenile performers sponsored by the Oakland Tribune. Also in 1921, at age 6, he received a contract from the Stewart Motion Picture Company. At that time, he already had more than a year's experience on stage.

Radio Manlove worked on radio station KLX in Oakland, California, acting on the Eight o'Clock Players and the Faucit Theater of the Air. He also was host of The Musical Clock morning program on KYA in San Francisco.

Manlove's voice was his trademark as a radio announcer and actor.

Film and television Manlove is known for his roles in the science fiction B movies The Creation of the Humanoids and Plan 9 from Outer Space. Writing for Film Threat, critic Josiah Teal described Manlove's performance in Plan 9 as "over the top," with critic James Berardinelli writing that the acting in the film was "lacking".

Manlove also had multiple guest-starring roles in the television series Dragnet and Alfred Hitchcock Presents.

Personal life On September 20, 1940, Manlove and his wife, Ora, married in Reno. She sued him for divorce on February 8, 1945. In 1947, he married singer Patricia Prichard in Santa Clara, California. They divorced in 1954.

Death On April 17, 1996, Manlove died in San Bernardino, California, of cirrhosis of the liver at the age of 81.

Radio Year Title Role Notes 1949 Candy Matson Announcer

Filmography Year Title Role Notes 1957 Final Curtain Narrator 1957 State Trooper Prosecuting Attorney Episode: "Madman on the Mountain" 1957 Plan 9 from Outer Space Eros 1957 to 1959 Dragnet 2 episodes 1958 Ten North Frederick Ted Wallace Uncredited 1958 Official Detective Arnold Episode: "Extortion" 1958 Alfred Hitchcock Presents Charlie Harris Season 3 Episode 19: "The Equalizer" 1960 Alfred Hitchcock Presents George Season 6 Episode 8: "O Youth and Beauty!" 1961 The Runaway Minor Role Uncredited 1962 The Creation of the Humanoids Lagan Alternative title: Revolt of the Humanoids

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Oakland High School
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Dudley Devere Manlove

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Dudley Manlove?

American actor, radio announcer (1914-1996)

When was Dudley Manlove born?

Dudley Manlove was born on 11 June 1914 in Alameda County.

When did Dudley Manlove die?

Dudley Manlove died on 17 April 1996 in San Bernardino County.

What was Dudley Manlove's occupation?

Dudley Manlove was an actor, television actor, radio personality and radio announcer.

What nationality was Dudley Manlove?

Dudley Manlove was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dudley Manlove

· Wikidata: Q5311915

· DBpedia: Dudley Manlove

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