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Kay E. Kuter

Acting

Born April 25, 1925 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Died November 12, 2003

Also known as Kay Kuter · Jay E. Kuter · Kay Edwin Emmert Kuter

Biography

Kay E. Kuter was an American actor best known for his character roles in film and television. He was born on April 25, 1925, in Los Angeles, California. Kuter had a career that spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies and TV shows. Kuter's acting career began in the 1950s, and he made his film debut in the 1952 movie "Thunderbirds." Over the years, he appeared in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and westerns. Some of his notable film credits include "The Last Starfighter" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), "Six Days, Seven Nights" (1998), and "The Princess Diaries" (2001). In addition to his work in films, Kuter was also a familiar face on television. He appeared in numerous TV shows throughout his career, often portraying supporting or character roles. Some of the notable TV series he appeared in include "Gunsmoke," "The Twilight Zone," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "MAS*H," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He also lent his voice to animated shows such as "TaleSpin" and "Justice League Unlimited." One of Kuter's most memorable roles was that of the character "Reverend Buckshot" in the TV series "Green Acres" (1965-1971). His portrayal of the bumbling, absent-minded preacher became a fan favorite and remains one of his most iconic performances. Sadly, Kay E. Kuter passed away on November 12, 2003, at the age of 78, in Burbank, California. Despite his departure, his contributions to the entertainment industry and his memorable performances continue to be appreciated by fans of film and television.

Filmography50+ titles

The X-Files

1993as Calusari #1

Star Trek: The Next Generation

1987as Cytherian

Boy Meets World

1993as Herbert

Seinfeld

1989as Older Priest

Charmed

1998as Keeper of the Fairy Tales

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine

1993as Sirah

Sabrina, the Teenage Witch

1996as Father Christmas

ER

1994as Seaton

I Dream of Jeannie

1965as Edgar Crawford

The Outer Limits

1963as Limbo Being

Frasier

1993as WIno

Kung Fu

1972as Vinnie

Perry Mason

1957as Deputy

Quincy, M.E.

1976

Bonanza

1959as Mr. Finch

Zorro

1957as Hernando

Sabrina

1954as Ernest (uncredited)

The Pretender

1996as Mr. Kleinman

Beauty and the Beast

as Alain Viso

Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction

1997as Anatole Guttenoff (segment "Anatole")

Green Acres

1965as Newt Kiley

Matlock

1986as Uncle Roy

V

1984as Richards

The Rifleman

1958

The Little Mermaid

1992as Grimsby (voice)

Maverick

1957

Arli$$

1996as Grand-da Duffy

An Enemy of the People

1978

The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp

1955as Trask - Pierce's Henchman

Here's Lucy

1968as Canadian Mounty

Gunsmoke

1955as McCurdy

Annabelle's Wish

1997as Santa (voice)

Fantastic Four: The Animated Series

1994as Ego The Living Planet (voice)

The Last Starfighter

1984as Enduran

Désirée

1954as Lackey (uncredited)

The Virginian

1962as Jonah Sills

Guys and Dolls

1955as Calvin

Telephone Time

The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea

2000as Grimsby (voice)

Babe

1995as Man Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)

Warlock

1989as Proctor

Watermelon Man

1970as Dr. Wainwright

Lassie

1954as Sam

Mayberry R.F.D.

as Man

The Doris Day Show

as Mr. Gwynn

The FBI Story

1959as Barber (uncredited)

Drum Beat

1954

Baywatch

1989as Henry

The Texan

Petticoat Junction

1963as Newt Kiley