Harry Morgan Biography
Harry Morgan was an American Actor, Director and Writer who was born in Detroit, Michigan and died in Los Angeles, California. He was widely known for his role on the war comedy-drama “M*A*S*H” as Colonel Sherman T. Potter, the radio, television, motion-picture series “Dragnet” as Officer Bill Gannon. He was also known for his appearances on notable films and series including “December Bride”, “Pete and Gladys” and in “Against Her Will: An Incident in Baltimore.”
Harry Morgan Age
Morgan was 96 years old when he died, he was born on 10 April 1915 in Detroit, Michigan, and died on 7 December 2011 in Brentwood, Los Angeles, California, United States of America.
Harry Morgan Height
Harry stood at a height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters).
Harry Morgan Family, Parents and Siblings
Morgan was born to Hannah and Henry Bratsberg in Detroit. He spent his childhood with his two siblings named Arnold Bratsberg and Marguerite Bratsberg.
Harry Morgan Wife
Harry was first married to Eileen Detchon from 1940 until her death in 1985. During his time on “M*A*S*H”, a photograph of Detchon regularly appeared on the desk of his character. He then re-married Barbara Bushman Quine who was the granddaughter of the silent film star Francis X. Bushman, on 17 December 1986. The marriage lasted until his death.
Harry Morgan Children
Morgan was a proud father of four children named Charles, Paul, Daniel and Christopher, and he had eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Harry Morgan Net Worth
Harry had an estimated net worth of $10 million dollars as of 2020. This included his assets, money and income. His primary source of income was his career as an Actor, Director and Writer. Through his various sources of income, he was able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Harry Morgan M*A*S*H and Military Service
The actor Harry, who has died, was best known as Colonel Sherman T Potter, commander of the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital in M*A*S*H, the wonderfully witty and sharp television series set in an army camp during the Korean War. He played Potter, an expert surgeon and a father figure in the camp, from 1978 until 1983.
Harry Morgan Dragnet
Morgan portrayed Officer Bill Gannon in theAmerican radio, television, and motion-picture series “Dragnet.” On television, he was more the comedic co-star, including roles on “December Bride,” its spin-off “Pete and Gladys,” as Sgt. Joe Friday’s loyal partner in later “Dragnet” episodes and on CBS-TV’s long-running “M-A-S-H” series, for which he earned an Emmy award in 1980.
Harry Morgan TV Shows
- 1959 – Alfred Hitchcock Presents as Hermie Jenkins
- 1978 – The Bastard as Capt. Caleb
- 1979 – Backstairs at the White House as President Harry S. Truman
- 1979 – The Wild Wild West Revisited as Robert T. Malone
- 1980 – More Wild Wild West as Robert T. ‘Skinny’ Malone
- 1987–1988 – You Can’t Take It with You as Martin Vanderhof
- 1958 – Have Gun Will Travel as Fred Braus
- 1963 – American Primitive as Sheriff Ernie Backwater
- 1995 – The Simpsons as Bill Gannon
- 1996 – 3rd Rock from the Sun as Professor Suter
Harry Morgan Cause of Death
Morgan died peacefully in his sleep at 3:00 am in Los Angeles, on December 7, 2011, at the age of 96. His son, Charles, confirmed his death and the cause which was pneumonia which he was battling with. His body was cremated and his remains were given to his family.
Harry Morgan Funeral
Harry Morgan
ORIGINAL NAME: Bratsberg
BIRTH: 10 Apr 1915
Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, USA
DEATH; 7 Dec 2011 (aged 96)
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, USA
BURIAL; Cremated Ashes gave to family or friend
MEMORIAL ID; 81653867 · View Source
Frequently Asked Questions about Harry Morgan
Who was Harry Morgan?
Harry Morgan was an American Actor, Director and Writer. He was widely known for his role on the war comedy-drama “M*A*S*H” as Colonel Sherman T. Potter, the radio, television, motion-picture series “Dragnet” as Officer Bill Gannon. He was also known for his appearances on notable films and series including “December Bride”, “Pete and Gladys” and in “Against Her Will: An Incident in Baltimore.”
How old was Harry Morgan?
Morgan was 96 years old when he died, he was born on 10 April 1915 in Detroit, Michigan, and died on 7 December 2011 in Brentwood, Los Angeles, California, United States of America.
How tall was Harry Morgan?
Harry stood at a height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters).
Was Harry Morgan married?
Yes, he was first married to Eileen Detchon from 1940 until her death in 1985. During his time on “M*A*S*H”, a photograph of Detchon regularly appeared on the desk of his character. He then re-married Barbara Bushman Quine who was the granddaughter of the silent film star Francis X. Bushman, on 17 December 1986. The marriage lasted until his death.
How much was Harry worth?
Harry had an estimated net worth of $10 million dollars as of 2020. This included his assets, money and income. His primary source of income was his career as an Actor, Director and Writer.
Is Morgan dead or alive?
He is dead, he died on 7 December 2011 in Brentwood, Los Angeles, California, United States of America from pneumonia.
Harry Morgan Social Media Contacts
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