About William Beckley
Lived 1930 – 2015 (aged 85). William Beckley was an American actor and television actor.
William Beckley (January 15, 1930 – March 11, 2015 ) was a British American actor, best known for his role as Gerard the butler in the television series Dynasty from 1981 to 1989, and the reunion miniseries Dynasty: The Reunion.
Other TV credits include: Combat!, Batman, Mission: Impossible, Hogan's Heroes, Night Gallery, Marcus Welby, M.D., Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea, Planet of the Apes, Charlie's Angels, Kojak, Fantasy Island, Hawaii Five-O, General Hospital, Barnaby Jones (in 4 episodes) and The Rockford Files.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Beckley?
British American actor (1930-2015)
When was William Beckley born?
William Beckley was born on 15 January 1930 in London.
When did William Beckley die?
William Beckley died on 11 March 2015.
What was William Beckley's occupation?
William Beckley was an actor and television actor.
What nationality was William Beckley?
William Beckley was American.
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