Allen Case's life journey began in Dallas, Texas, where he spent his formative years before enrolling at Southern Methodist University for a period of two years. Prior to completing his education, he pursued a passion for performing by appearing on a local television variety program for several months. This initial foray into the entertainment industry ultimately led him to relocate to New York, where he successfully auditioned for a singing spot on Arthur Godfrey's popular morning television show.
This newfound exposure paved the way for a string of nightclub engagements and roles in two Broadway-bound musicals, "Reuben Reuben" and "Pleasure Dome", although both productions ultimately closed before reaching the Great White Way. Undeterred, Case continued to work in nightclubs and on Broadway, making occasional appearances on Arthur Godfrey's show and the Jack Paar program. His big-screen debut arrived with a minor role in the 1958 film adaptation of "Damn Yankees", which prompted a move to California.
In the Golden State, Case landed roles on several popular television westerns, including "Bronco" (1958),"Wagon Train" (1957),"Gunsmoke" (1955),"Have Gun - Will Travel" (1957),"The Rifleman" (1958),and "Sugarfoot" (1957). Eventually, he returned to New York to participate in the off-Broadway production of "Once Upon a Mattress". However, he soon left this endeavor to co-star alongside Henry Fonda in the NBC television series "The Deputy" (1959),which enjoyed a successful two-year run of 76 episodes.
While "The Deputy" did not utilize his singing talents, it marked the pinnacle of Allen Case's career, solidifying his status as a respected television actor.
