Biography
Wilfred Bailey Everett Bixby III (January 22, 1934–November 21, 1993) was an American actor, director, and producer. His career spanned more than three decades, during which he became well-known for a variety of television roles. Bixby achieved early popularity starring as Tim O'Hara in the CBS sitcom "My Favorite Martian" (1963-1966), and he later played the widowed father Tom Corbett in the ABC sitcom "The Courtship of Eddie's Father" (1969-1972). He was also recognized for his role as stage magician and detective Anthony Blake in "The Magician" (1973-1974). Bixby's most iconic role came in the late 1970s when he portrayed Dr. David Banner in the CBS science-fiction drama "The Incredible Hulk," a role he reprised in three television movies. In addition to acting, he directed numerous episodes of shows throughout his career. Bixby was nominated for three Emmy Awards. He passed away from complications of prostate cancer on November 21, 1993, at age 59. His enduring legacy is marked by his kind and compassionate portrayals and the versatility he brought to his work across television and film.
Acted in 65
2000s
- 2009
L'Incroyable Hulk : L'Homme Mystère
Dr David Banner
1990s
- 1992
Diagnosis Murder: Diagnosis of Murder
Nick Osborne
- 1990
The Death of the Incredible Hulk
David Banner
1980s
- 1989
Exploring Psychic Powers Live
Movie
- 1988
- 1987
- 1986
Sin of Innocence
David McGary
- 1985
International Airport
Harvey Jameson
- 1983
Goodnight, Beantown
Matt Cassidy · 18 episodes
- 1982
Murder Is Easy
Prof. Luke Williams
- 1980
Bride of the Incredible Hulk
Dr. David Bruce Banner
1970s
- 1979
Black Market Baby
Herbert Freemont
- 1978
- 1977
The Return of the Incredible Hulk
David Banner
The Oregon Trail
TV
- 1976
Once Upon a Classic
TV
The Great Houdinis
Reverend Ford
Spencer's Pilots
Philo McGrew · 10 episodes
The Invasion of Johnson County
Sam Lowell
- 1975
- 1974
Rex Harrison Presents Stories of Love
William
- 1973
Shirts/Skins
Teddy Bush
Steambath
Tandy
The Magician
Anthony Dorian
- 1972
The Couple Takes a Wife
Jeff Hamilton
- 1971
Congratulations, It's a Boy!
Johnny Gaines
- 1970
1960s
- 1969
- 1968
Speedway
Kenny Donford
- 1967
The Danny Thomas Hour
David · 1 episode
Doctor, You've Got to Be Kidding!
Dick Bender
- 1966
Ride Beyond Vengeance
Johnsy Boy Hood
- 1964
- 1963
- 1962
Lonely are the Brave
Airman in Helicopter (uncredited)
- 1961
Straightaway
TV
- 1960
Directed 30
1990s
- 1993
- 1991
Another Pair of Aces: Three of a Kind
Director
Sons and Daughters
Director
- 1990
The Death of the Incredible Hulk
Director
1980s
- 1989
The Nutt House
Director
- 1988
Murphy's Law
Director
- 1987
Spies
Director
- 1986
Better Days
Director
- 1985
Detective in the House
Director
- 1983
Wizards and Warriors
Director
- 1981
Mr. Merlin
Director
1970s
- 1978
Three on a Date
Director
- 1977
The Oregon Trail
Director
- 1976
Spencer's Pilots
Director
Bert D'Angelo Superstar
Director
- 1975
Kate McShane
Director
Barbary Coast
Director
- 1973
1960s
- 1969
- 1967
Produced 3
1990s
- 1990
The Death of the Incredible Hulk
Executive Producer
Created 1
1980s
- 1984
W*A*L*T*E*R
Creator
Appearances14
1990s
- 1991
The Elvis Conspiracy
Self - Host
- 1990
The Elvis Files
Narrator
1980s
- 1986
True Confessions
Host · 3 episodes
- 1982
The Book Of Lists
Self- Host · 4 episodes
- 1980
The Sensational Shocking Wonderful Wacky 70's
Self
1970s
- 1979
The Hanna-Barbera Hall of Fame: Yabba Dabba Doo II
Himself - Host
- 1978
NBC Salutes the 25th Anniversary of the Wonderful World of Disney
Self
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court
Narrator
- 1977
- 1975
Mitzi & 100 Guys
Self
- 1971
