Ray Middleton, a renowned actor, entered this world on February 8, 1907, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, USA. This talented individual made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy of iconic performances in films such as 1776, released in 1972, Lady from Louisiana, which premiered in 1941, and Mercy Island, also released in 1941. Middleton's personal life was marked by two marriages, first to Patricia A. Dinnell and later to Florence A Sombrotko. Unfortunately, his life came to a close on April 10, 1984, in the city of angels, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal Details
BornFeb 8, 1907 Chicago, Illinois, USA
Spouse
Patricia A. Dinnell
( Sep 5, 1967 to May 19, 1982 )Florence A Sombrotko
( Sep 21, 1951 to May 10, 2025 )
Biography
Career
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1980

M*A*S*H as Cardinal Reardon
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1976

Helter Skelter as Mr. Spahn
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1975

Tubby the Tuba as The Great Pepperino (voice)
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1972

1776 as Col. Thomas McKean (DE)
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1967

Damn Yankees! as Joe Boyd
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1955

I Cover the Underworld as Police Chief Corbett
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The Road to Denver as John Sutton
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1954

Jubilee Trail as Charles Hale
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1953

Sweethearts on Parade as Cam Ellerby
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1952

I Dream of Jeanie as Edwin P. Christy
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1942

The Girl from Alaska as Steve Bentley
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Lady for a Night as Alan Alderson
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1941

Mercy Island as Warren Ramsey
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Lady from Louisiana as Blackburn 'Blackie' Williams
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Hurricane Smith as 'Hurricane' Smith
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1940

Gangs of Chicago as Bill Whitaker
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1938

You and Me as Salesman (uncredited)
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1984