William Daniels
William Daniels has spent 80 years building a distinguished career as a Actor in American.
William David Daniels (born March 31, 1927) is an American actor and former president of the Screen Actors Guild (1999 to 2001). He is known for his performance as Dustin Hoffman's father in The Graduate (1967), as John Adams in 1776, as Carter Nash in Captain Nice, as Mr. George Feeny in ABC's Boy Meets World, as the voice of KITT in Knight Rider, and as Dr. Mark Craig in St. Elsewhere, for which he won two Emmy Awards.
"William Daniels achieved critical acclaim and two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of Dr." — About William Daniels
| Metric | William Daniels | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 98 | 53 | +45 yrs |
| Career length | 80 yrs | ~35 yrs | +45 yrs |
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Facts about William Daniels
Did you know that despite his iconic voice work as KITT, William Daniels never actually met David Hasselhoff during the original run of Knight Rider?
- He served as President of the Screen Actors Guild from 1999 to 2001, navigating major industry changes.
- He is a twin; his sister, Jacqueline, was born minutes before him on March 31, 1927.
- Daniels originally turned down the voice role of KITT, only agreeing after his wife persuaded him to consider it.
- He and his wife, Bonnie Bartlett, both won Emmys on the same night in 1986 for their work on "St. Elsewhere."
- His acting career began as a child performer in a family vaudeville act, appearing on radio and early television.
William Daniels achieved critical acclaim and two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of Dr. Mark Craig in the groundbreaking medical drama "St. Elsewhere." His nuanced performance as the curmudgeonly but brilliant surgeon became a defining role, showcasing his dramatic range and earning him widespread recognition.
Daniels' lasting legacy is cemented by his iconic voice work as KITT and his beloved portrayal of Mr. Feeny, which made him a generational mentor figure. He is remembered as a versatile actor whose career spanned stage, film, and television, influencing multiple entertainment eras.
