Robert F. Simon

Born: 1908-12-02

Birthplace: Mansfield, Ohio, USA

Biography

Robert F. Simon (December 2, 1908 – November 29, 1992) was an American character actor, often portraying military or authority figure roles. Though his face was recognized by audiences, he was mostly unknown by name. A life member of The Actors Studio,[2]Simon appeared in films and on television between 1950 and 1985, having mastered the genre of westerns, drama, and comedy.

Known For

The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Operation Petticoat
Foxfire
The Rack
The Buccaneer
Chief Crazy Horse
Where the Sidewalk Ends
The Silencers
The Spiral Road
Compulsion

Top Movie Credits

Operation Petticoat Captain J.B. Henderson
Foxfire Ernest Tyson
The Rack Law Officer
The Buccaneer Capt. Brown
Where the Sidewalk Ends Insp. Nicholas Foley (uncredited)
The Silencers Big O associate (uncredited)
The Spiral Road Dr. Martens
Compulsion Police Lt. Johnson