Gary Frank

Gary Frank (born October 9, 1950) is an acclaimed American actor most recognized for his portrayal of Willie Lawrence on the beloved 1970s ABC drama series Family. His sensitive performance on the show earned him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in 1977. Born in Spokane, Washington, Frank began his career as a child actor before gaining wider notice starring alongside Glynnis O'Connor in the 1974 series Sons and Daughters. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he became a prolific television presence, guest-starring on iconic programs such as Remington Steele, Murder, She Wrote, Matlock, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Beyond episodic TV, he appeared in notable television films like Enola Gay: The Men, the Mission, the Atomic Bomb and provided voice work for Batman: The Animated Series. As of 2024, Frank resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Carroll Newman, and has recently focused on writing his personal memoir.

Gary Frank is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 25 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Nurses on the Line: The Crash of Flight 7 (1993), The Love Boat (1977), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993), Remington Steele (1982), Magnum, P.I. (1980), Murder, She Wrote (1984), Ironside (1967), Batman: The Animated Series (1992). The recorded credits span 1967 to 1996, including 1 movie and 24 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.