Ron Thompson

In the year 1945, the Thompson family made the momentous decision to depart from their long-time residence in Louisville, Kentucky, and relocate to the vibrant city of Miami, Florida, a place that would serve as the backdrop for Ron's formative years.

As Ron entered adulthood, he found himself at the age of 19, armed with a modest sum of $200, and a burning desire to pursue a career in the performing arts. With a sense of adventure and a willingness to take risks, he set his sights on the bright lights of New York City, a mecca for aspiring actors.

Within a remarkably short span of just two years, Ron's hard work and dedication began to pay off, as he found himself performing in a live television drama on the esteemed Armstrong Circle Theater, sharing the stage with the talented Robert Duvall.