Robert Karnes

Robert Karnes

Deceased · Born: Jun 19, 1917 · Died: Dec 4, 1979

Personal Details

BornJun 19, 1917 Watsonville, California, USA
Parents
  • William Ernest Karnes
  • Geneva Hill
Relatives
  • Molly McClure (Sibling)

Biography

Robert Karnes, a renowned actor of his time, was born on June 19, 1917, in the charming city of Watsonville, located in the state of California, USA. This birthdate marked the beginning of a successful and illustrious career in the entertainment industry, which would span many years and yield a multitude of notable performances.

Karnes' acting talents were showcased in a variety of films and television shows, including the 1948 classic "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay!", the 1950 series "Rocky King, Detective", and the 1973 television series "Police Story". His dedication to his craft and his ability to bring characters to life on screen earned him a reputation as a skilled and versatile actor.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Karnes was also a devoted husband, married to the lovely Doris Karnes. Together, they shared a life filled with love, laughter, and adventure.

Tragically, Robert Karnes' life was cut short on December 4, 1979, in Sherman Oaks, a neighborhood located in the city of Los Angeles, California, USA. His passing left a void in the entertainment industry and in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Despite his untimely death, Karnes' legacy continues to be celebrated and remembered through his body of work, which remains a testament to his enduring talent and dedication to his craft.

Career

1980
Bogie
Bogie as Chess Player
1978
Gable and Lombard
Gable and Lombard as Gable's Director
1974
Indict and Convict
Indict and Convict as Lt. Daniels
1973
Money to Burn
Money to Burn as Team Leader
Executive Action
Executive Action as Man at Rifle Range
1972
The Scarecrow
The Scarecrow as Minister Dodge
1971
Hitched
Hitched as Sheriff
1970
Tora! Tora! Tora!
Tora! Tora! Tora! as Maj. John H. Dillon (uncredited)
1968
The Helicopter Spies
The Helicopter Spies as Ship's Captain
1966
One Spy Too Many
One Spy Too Many as Col. Hawks
1964
Apache Rifles
Apache Rifles as George, the Sheriff
1963
It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World
It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World as Officer Sammy (uncredited)
1962
Bachelor Flat
Bachelor Flat as Police Officer
1961
Fear No More
Fear No More as Joe Brady
The Crimebusters
The Crimebusters as John Herlie
The Lawless Years
The Lawless Years as Max Fields
1958
Half Human
Half Human as Prof. Alan Templeton
1956
1955
The Silver Star
The Silver Star as Ward Blythe (as Bob Karnes)
1954
Riders to the Stars
Riders to the Stars as Walter Gordon
1953
Vice Squad
Vice Squad as Lou (uncredited)
From Here to Eternity
From Here to Eternity as Sgt. Turp Thornhill (uncredited)
1952
Storm Over Tibet
Storm Over Tibet as Radio Operator
Red Ball Express
Red Ball Express as Engineer Captain (uncredited)
1951
Utah Wagon Train
Utah Wagon Train as Henchman Jack Scully
According to Mrs. Hoyle
According to Mrs. Hoyle as Harry "Chip" Rogan
He Ran All the Way
He Ran All the Way as Police Lieutenant
1950
Hills of Oklahoma
Hills of Oklahoma as Brock Stevens
Three Husbands
Three Husbands as Kenneth Whittaker
Colt .45
Colt .45 as Henchman (uncredited)
Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye
Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye as Detective Tom Gray
1949
Trapped
Trapped as Agent Fred Foreman
All the King's Men
All the King's Men as Legislator (uncredited)
1948
Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay!
Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! as Stretch Dominy
The Street with No Name
The Street with No Name as David Jannings (Uncredited)
Call Northside 777
Call Northside 777 as Pete (uncredited)
1947
Captain from Castile
Captain from Castile as Manuel Perez (uncredited)
Kiss of Death
Kiss of Death as Tommy's Henchman (uncredited)
Nightmare Alley
Nightmare Alley as Joe / Bellhop (uncredited)
Miracle on 34th Street
Miracle on 34th Street as Second Bellevue Intern (uncredited)
1946
The Best Years of Our Lives
The Best Years of Our Lives as Technical Sergeant (uncredited)