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Kay E. Kuter

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Kay E. Kuter

Born April 25, 1925 · Los Angeles, California, USA · Died November 12, 2003

Biography

Kay E. Kuter was an American actor best known for his character roles in film and television. He was born on April 25, 1925, in Los Angeles, California. Kuter had a career that spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies and TV shows. Kuter's acting career began in the 1950s, and he made his film debut in the 1952 movie "Thunderbirds." Over the years, he appeared in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and westerns. Some of his notable film credits include "The Last Starfighter" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), "Six Days, Seven Nights" (1998), and "The Princess Diaries" (2001). In addition to his work in films, Kuter was also a familiar face on television. He appeared in numerous TV shows throughout his career, often portraying supporting or character roles. Some of the notable TV series he appeared in include "Gunsmoke," "The Twilight Zone," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "MAS*H," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He also lent his voice to animated shows such as "TaleSpin" and "Justice League Unlimited." One of Kuter's most memorable roles was that of the character "Reverend Buckshot" in the TV series "Green Acres" (1965-1971). His portrayal of the bumbling, absent-minded preacher became a fan favorite and remains one of his most iconic performances. Sadly, Kay E. Kuter passed away on November 12, 2003, at the age of 78, in Burbank, California. Despite his departure, his contributions to the entertainment industry and his memorable performances continue to be appreciated by fans of film and television.

Filmography

  1. 2004Grand Theft ParsonsUndertakerMovie
  2. 2004Forbidden WarriorYawnMovie
  3. 2002The Hollywood SignRobbie KantMovie
  4. 2000The Little Mermaid II: Return to the SeaGrimsby (voice)Movie
  5. 1998BrimstoneMan at ElevatorSeries
  6. 1998CharmedKeeper of the Fairy TalesSeries
  7. 1998The Jungle Book: Mowgli's StoryBiranyi (voice)Movie
  8. 1997Annabelle's WishSanta (voice)Movie
  9. 1997Beyond Belief: Fact or FictionAnatole Guttenoff (segment "Anatole")Series
  10. 1996Sabrina, the Teenage WitchFather ChristmasSeries
  11. 1996The PretenderMr. KleinmanSeries
  12. 1996Arli$$Grand-da DuffySeries
  13. 1995Baywatch NightsProfessor ArnoldSeries
  14. 1995Izzy's Quest For Olympic GoldCitius (voice)Movie
  15. 1995BabeMan Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)Movie
  16. 1995The Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight MysteryWerner HuberMovie
  17. 1994In Search of Dr. SeussDr. Seuss (voice)Movie
  18. 1994Fantastic FourEgo The Living Planet (voice)Series
  19. 1994ERSeatonSeries
  20. 1993Boy Meets WorldHerbertSeries
  21. 1993FrasierWinoSeries
  22. 1993The X-FilesCalusari #1Series
  23. 1993The Seventh CoinMovie
  24. 1993Star Trek: Deep Space NineSirahSeries
  25. 1992The Little MermaidGrimsby (voice)Series
  26. 1989Gross AnatomyLecturing ProfessorMovie
  27. 1989SeinfeldOlder PriestSeries
  28. 1989WarlockProctorMovie
  29. 1989BaywatchHenrySeries
  30. 1988Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi AbromowitzKay E. KuterMovie
  31. 1988Frankenstein General HospitalLarryMovie
  32. 1987Zombie HighDean EisnerMovie
  33. 1987Star Trek: The Next GenerationCytherianSeries
  34. 1987Beauty and the BeastAlain VisoSeries
  35. 1986MatlockUncle RoySeries
  36. 1985The Twilight Zone(segment "Grace Note")Series
  37. 1984VRichardsSeries
  38. 1984The Last StarfighterEnduranMovie
  39. 1983William Shakespeare's The Taming of the ShrewGremioMovie
  40. 1982The TempestGonzaloMovie
  41. 1978An Enemy of the PeopleMovie
  42. 1976Quincy, M.E.Series
  43. 1974Harry OSeries
  44. 1974Paper MoonSeries
  45. 1972Kung FuVinnie, MarshalSeries
  46. 1971NicholsJensenSeries
  47. 1971CannonSeries
  48. 1970Watermelon ManDr. WainwrightMovie
  49. 1968The Doris Day ShowMr. GwynnSeries
  50. 1968Here's LucyCanadian MountySeries
  51. 1968Mayberry R.F.D.ManSeries
  52. 1967A Time for KillingOwelsonMovie
  53. 1965I Dream of JeannieEdgar CrawfordSeries
  54. 1965LaredoErnie VennerSeries
  55. 1965Green AcresSeries
  56. 1963Petticoat JunctionNewt KileySeries
  57. 1963RedigoVultureSeries
  58. 1963The Outer LimitsLimbo BeingSeries
  59. 1962The VirginianRazz Benton, Jonah SillsSeries
  60. 1961Mister EdSeries
  61. 1960The Roaring 20'sSeries
  62. 1960The Tall ManClarence HenrySeries
  63. 1960Coronado 9Series
  64. 1960The Big NightMailmanMovie
  65. 1959The FBI StoryBarber (uncredited)Movie
  66. 1959RiverboatHoskinsSeries
  67. 1959BonanzaMr. FinchSeries
  68. 1958The RiflemanSeries
  69. 1958The TexanSeries
  70. 1957ZorroHernandoSeries
  71. 1957Under FirePvt. Arnold SwansonMovie
  72. 1957MaverickSeries
  73. 1957Perry MasonDeputySeries
  74. 1957Meet McGrawBroderickSeries
  75. 1956The Mole PeopleMovie
  76. 1956State TrooperShag JorgensonSeries
  77. 1956The Adventures of Jim BowieSeries
  78. 1956Telephone TimeSeries
  79. 1956The Steel JungleStringbeanMovie
  80. 1956High TorDopeMovie
  81. 1955Guys and DollsCalvinMovie
  82. 1955Navy LogSeries
  83. 1955The Great GildersleeveSeries
  84. 1955GunsmokeWarren, McCurdySeries
  85. 1955The Life and Legend of Wyatt EarpTrask - Pierce's HenchmanSeries
  86. 1955The CobwebPatient (Uncredited)Movie
  87. 1955City of ShadowsBartender Kink (as Kay Kuter)Movie
  88. 1954DésiréeLackey (uncredited)Movie
  89. 1954Drum BeatMovie
  90. 1954The Wonderful World of DisneyDrunk Paying Fine (uncredited)Series
  91. 1954LassieSamSeries
  92. 1954SabrinaErnest (uncredited)Movie
  93. 1952The Living BibleJoseph of ArimatheaMovie
  94. 1951The Living ChristEgyptian, Master of CeremoniesSeries