Ignatius Wolfington

Stage Actor

Birthday October 14, 1920

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Pennsylvania

DEATH DATE Sep 30, 2004 (83)

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About

Stage and screen actor who earned a 1958 Tony nomination for his role of Marcellus Washburn in the original Broadway production of The Music Man. He also appeared in such popular television shows as Gunsmoke, The Waltons, and The Rockford Files.

Before Fame

He studied at the Bessie V. Hicks School of Drama. Later, he fought in World War II, participating in the famous Battle of the Bulge.

Trivia

He was a member of the renowned Actors Studio.

Family Life

He married actress Lynn Wood in 1972.

Associated With

He appeared with Helen Hayes in a 1952 Broadway production of Mrs. McThing.