Ron Ely

TV Actor

Birthday June 2, 1938

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Hereford, TX

DEATH DATE Oct 23, 2024 (86)

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About

Television actor most known for playing the title character of Tarzan in the NBC series during the 1960s. He appeared in over 50 episodes throughout the series' run. He later played Superman in the series Superboy. 

Before Fame

He had a small part previous to his role in Tarzan in the television series, How To Marry A Millionaire starring Barbara Eden.

Trivia

He has written two mystery novels, East Beach and Night Shadows. He appeared in more than 100 episodes of television throughout his long career. 

Family Life

He has been married twice, once to Valerie Lundeen then later to his second wife, Cathy. He had a daughter named Kirsten and a son named Cameron. His son tragically stabbed and killed his mother, Valerie, in 2019.

Associated With

He hosted the Miss America Pageant in which TV personality, Bert Parks has also hosted.