John Forsythe

John Forsythe (born Jacob Lincoln Freund; January 29, 1918 – April 1, 2010) was an American stage, television and film actor. Forsythe starred in three television series, spanning four decades and three genres: as single playboy father Bentley Gregg in the 1950s sitcom Bachelor Father (1957–1962); as the unseen millionaire Charles 'Charlie' Townsend on the 1970s crime drama Charlie's Angels (1976–1981), and as patriarch Blake Carrington on the 1980s soap opera Dynasty (1981–1989). He hosted World of Survival (1971–1977).

John Forsythe is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 14 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes James Dean: Forever Young (2005), Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003), Did you leave us, Blake? (2002), Charlie's Angels (2000), Scrooged (1988), Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC (1988), Dynasty (1981), Goodbye & Amen (1977). The recorded credits span 1943 to 2005, including 9 movies and 5 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.