Robbie McKeil, a pioneering American actor, was born on August 5, 1932, in Buffalo, New York. McKeil made his debut on the silver screen as a child actor in the film The Kid, released in 1944. He continued to garner recognition playing in several movies and TV shows such as, The Great Gildersleeve, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, The Bob Cummings Show and Zorro right in his teens.
McKeil specialized in comedy and even won an Emmy in 1960 for his performance in The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show. His success continued to blossom with the support of outstanding directors and producers such as Rob Reiner and Norman Lear who cast him in important roles in their famous productions such as All in the Family and Sanford and Sons. Robbie’s rise to fame soared through the 1970’s and 1980’s and he became a staple on television and in movies. In his later career, Robbie consistently portrayed of elder, goofy and silly characters in feature films like The Toy, Passport to Paris and Nutty Professor II and even an animated series, A Pup Named Scooby-Doo.
Robbie’s stardom made him a sought-after actor and he was in high demand for commercial campaigns for products like McDonalds. An unforgettable being to this day, Robbie McKeil made an incredible mark by entertaining audiences with his well-amiated roles and true comedic nature. His image as a lovable, stuttering, elderly man defined his popularity in the public eye.
McKeil unexpectedly passed away on February 10, 1997 in Long Beach, California. In his seventy-one years of life, Robbie spoke to the hearts of millions of people through his distinctive characters and comedic roles. He is remembered as an American entertainer with a lasting impression across the nation.
McKeil’s works continue to inspire many contemporary actors who hope to follow his footsteps of stardom and make an extraordinary impact on the world. From the funny roles he played in 2000’s hit films, to the television shows of the nineteen seventies, his charisma will forever be remembered in the hearts of his fans. Robbie McKeil will forever remain an everlasting impact within the entertainment industry and among people of all ages.
