Edward Laurence Albert was born on February 20, 1951, in Los Angeles, to Green Acres star Eddie Albert and Mexican actress/dancer Margo. He managed to carve out his own identity as a talented thespian, showcasing his skills as a songwriter, drummer, singer, photographer, and activist.
Growing up, Edward was exposed to the performing arts and music, making his film debut at 14 in The Fool Killer. He attended Oxford University and UCLA, studying psychology, before landing the breakthrough role of Don Baker in Butterflies Are Free in 1972. His performance earned him the Golden Globe Award for "Male Newcomer of the Year."
Edward's subsequent roles included 40 Carats, Midway, The Domino Principle, and The Greek Tycoon. Although he didn't achieve the same level of success, he continued to work in film and television, appearing in TV mini-movies and low-budget action films.
In the 1980s, Edward shifted his focus to television, making guest appearances on shows like Falcon Crest, L.A. Law, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. He also played regular roles on Beauty and the Beast and Port Charles.
Edward was a passionate advocate for environmental and cultural causes, dividing his time between acting work and activism. He owned a ranch in Malibu and served on the California Coastal Commission and California Native American Heritage Commission.
Edward was married to actress Katherine Woodville, and their daughter, Thais, is a singer-songwriter. After his mother's passing in 1985, Edward became his father's primary caregiver as he battled Alzheimer's disease. Tragically, Edward himself was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2005 and passed away on September 22, 2006, at the age of 55.
