Frank Bonner

Frank Bonner

Deceased · Born: Feb 28, 1942 · Died: Jun 15, 2021

Personal Details

BornFeb 28, 1942 Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.
Spouse
  • Gayle Hardage

    ( Jul 28, 2006 to Jun 16, 2021 )
  • Catherine Sherwood

    ( Nov 24, 1981 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Lillian Garrett

    ( Feb 24, 1977 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Mary Alice Rings

    ( Oct 14, 1972 to Jan 1, 1975 )
  • Sharon Gray

    ( Apr 1, 1966 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Frank Bonner, professionally known as Frank Woodrow Boers Jr., was a multifaceted American actor and television director whose remarkable life and illustrious career were characterized by numerous pivotal moments and outstanding accomplishments.

Born on February 28, 1942, Bonner's life spanned nearly eight decades, during which he made a profound impact on the world of entertainment, leaving behind a lasting and enduring legacy that continues to inspire and influence generations to come.

As a talented actor, Bonner brought to life a wide range of memorable characters, captivating audiences with his exceptional skill and versatility. His dedication to his craft was matched only by his passion for storytelling, which drove him to push the boundaries of his art and explore new and innovative ways to connect with his viewers.

In addition to his impressive acting career, Bonner also made a significant mark as a television director, guiding the creative vision of numerous productions and fostering a new generation of talented artists and industry professionals.

Throughout his life and career, Bonner was recognized with numerous awards and accolades, a testament to his hard work, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to his craft.

As we reflect on the life and legacy of Frank Bonner, we are reminded of the profound impact he had on the world of entertainment, and the countless lives he touched and inspired along the way. His remarkable journey serves as a shining example of the power of dedication, passion, and creativity, and will continue to inspire and motivate future generations of artists and industry professionals.

Career

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2008
Remembering Phil
Remembering Phil as Motel Clerk
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2003
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1998
Motel
Motel as Gressil
{"id":79751,"title":"The Colony","year":"1995","character":"Frank Williamson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-colony-1995","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79751.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79751.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
The Colony
The Colony as Frank Williamson
{"id":173071,"title":"Going Under","year":"1991","character":"Soviet General","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/going-under-1991","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173071.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173071.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Going Under
Going Under as Soviet General
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1988
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1986
The Longshot
The Longshot as Realtor
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1985
Murder, She Wrote
Murder, She Wrote as Earl Fargo
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1984
No Man's Land
No Man's Land as Deputy Thad Prouty
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1982
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1981
The Love Boat
The Love Boat as Jonathan Hunt
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1979
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1978
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WKRP in Cincinnati
WKRP in Cincinnati as Herb Tarlek
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1975
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Hearts of the West
Hearts of the West as Assistant Director at Musical Scene (uncredited)
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1974
Fer-de-Lance
Fer-de-Lance as Compton
{"id":165265,"title":"The Hoax","year":"1972","character":"Clete Dempsey","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-hoax-1972","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_165265.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_165265.jpg"},"released":1}
1972
The Hoax
The Hoax as Clete Dempsey
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1970
Equinox
Equinox as Jim Hudson (as Frank Boers Jr.)
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1967
The Equinox... A Journey Into the Supernatural
The Equinox... A Journey Into the Supernatural as Jim Hudson (as Frank Boers Jr.)