Bill Bixby: The Actor Behind David Banner Who Left Too Soon
Born in 1934, this gifted actor and television director built a career that stretched more than three decades. He became a household name as David Banner in the late ’70s and early ’80s—yes, the man tied to that unforgettable warning: you wouldn’t like him when he’s angry. Sadly, his life ended far too early in 1993.
For over 30 years, American television benefited from his talent both in front of the camera and behind it, with colleagues often pointing to his natural warmth as a major part of his appeal. Ray Walston once summed it up perfectly:
”I believe that was the reason people liked him — instantly and completely.”
The star in question, of course, is Bill Bixby.
