Merlin Olsen

Merlin Olsen

Deceased · Born: Sep 15, 1940 · Died: Mar 11, 2010

Personal Details

Height6' 5"
BornSep 15, 1940 Logan, Utah, USA
Parents
  • Merle Barrus Olsen
  • Lynn Jay Olsen
Relatives
  • Ramona Whitaker (Sibling)
  • Colleen Davis (Sibling)
  • Gwen Saltern (Sibling)
  • Winona Barrett (Sibling)
  • Phil Olsen (Sibling)
  • Orrin Olsen (Sibling)
  • Clark Olsen (Sibling)
  • Lorraine Elzinga (Sibling)

Biography

Merlin Olsen, a multifaceted individual, entered this world on September 15, 1940, in the picturesque city of Logan, Utah, United States of America. This talented actor left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, featuring in a plethora of notable productions, including the critically acclaimed series Mitchell (1975),the epic film The Undefeated (1969),and the heartwarming drama Fathers and Sons (1986).

Olsen's personal life was just as remarkable as his professional endeavors. He shared a loving relationship with his wife, Susan Wakely, and the two were deeply devoted to one another.

Sadly, Merlin Olsen's life was cut short, and he passed away on March 11, 2010, in the city of Duarte, California, United States of America. Despite his untimely departure, Olsen's legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

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1984
Time Bomb
Time Bomb as Jake Calahan
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1982
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1981
Father Murphy
Father Murphy as John Michael Murphy
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1980
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1978
A Fire in the Sky
A Fire in the Sky as Stan Webster
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1977
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1975
Mitchell
Mitchell as Benton
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1971
Something Big
Something Big as Sgt. Fitzsimmons
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1969
The Undefeated
The Undefeated as Little George