Obituary of Ray Walston

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Ray Walston

Ray Walston (born November 2nd, 1914 in New Orleans, Louisiana) was a Film Actor who was known by most for his outstanding performance as Mr. Hand in the American feature film "Fast Times at Ridgemont High". Ray died on January 1st, 2001 and his death was due to issues related to lupus. He was 86 years old when he passed away.

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Ray Walston Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Walston, Ray
    • Common Name: Ray Walston
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
    • Birth Date: November 02, 1914
    • Age: 86 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Herman Walton
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Oscar Mayer Hotdogs
    • Favorite Color: Fuchsia
    • Favorite Scent: Gucci Guilty
    • Favorite Actor: Michael Caine

    Ray's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Herman Raymond Walston
    • Father: Harry Norman Walston
    • Mother: Mittie Walston (née Kimball)
    • Brother(s):
      • Earl Walston
    • Sister(s):
      • Carrie Walston
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Ruth Calvert Walston ​(married 1943-2001, his death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Katharine Ann Walston

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 01 2001 at age 86
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Lupus (related complications)
  • Interment: cremated and the ashes given to his daughter

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on November 2nd Born in 1914 Born in Louisiana Died in 2001 Died at age 86 Died from Lupus

Quotable Quotes:

"I never should have done My Favorite Martian (1963). I didn't work in television or film for three years after. Everyone thought of me as a Martian. Do you know what it's like to go to Madrid, Spain, on vacation and have a guy yell out, "Hey, Martin!" and put antennas behind his head? When that happens, you know your career is dead." (IMDB)

"Ray Walston was an accomplished actor who touched the lives of many through his incredible talent and passion for his craft. (V)"

"Ray Walston had a successful career in acting, known for his versatile roles on stage, television, and film, until he unfortunately passed away. (V)"

Is Mr. Ray Walston still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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