Denver Pyle, an American film and television actor, was born on May 11, 1920, in Bethune, Colorado, to Maude and Ben H. Pyle. Raised on a farm, he spent his formative years alongside his brother, Willis Pyle, who later became a noted animator for Walt Disney Animation Studios and contributed to classics such as "Pinocchio" and "Fantasia." After graduating from high school, Pyle attended Colorado State University but left before completing his degree to follow a career in show business.
Before establishing a foothold in Hollywood, Pyle worked as a drummer in a band. During World War II, he served in the United States Merchant Marine, contributing to wartime logistics and transport. After the war, he began his acting career in earnest, taking on various roles in film and television during the early 1950s. Among his early appearances were 14 episodes of the television Western "The Range Rider," starring Jock Mahoney and Dick Jones.
One of Pyle’s earliest notable roles was as an outlaw in a 1951 episode of the iconic television series "The Lone Ranger." He continued gaining recognition with supporting roles in Westerns and action dramas, establishing himself as a dependable character actor in the genre. His consistent presence on television helped him build a lasting reputation throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
| Birth Date: | 11 May, 1920 |
| Age: | 99 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Television actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Kit Carson County |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor (1920-1997) |
| Net Worth 2020: | 5 million |
| Net Worth 2021: | 5 million |
