John Randolph Webb was an American actor, television producer, director, and screenwriter, who is most famous for his role as Sgt. Joe Friday in the Dragnet franchise. He was also the founder of his own production company, Mark VII Limited.
Born: | John Randolph Webb, April 02, 1920, Santa Monica, California, U.S. |
Died: | December 23, 1982, West Hollywood, California, U.S. |
Resting place: | Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Hollywood Hills) |
Other names: | John Randolph |
Occupation: | Actor, producer, director, screenwriter |
Years active: | 1932–1982 |
IMDb: | Jack Webb's IMDb |
About Jack Webb
Played the role of LAPD Sgt. Joe Friday on the radio and television series, Dragnet.
Jack Webb Before Fame
He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during World War II but filed for discharge in order to take care of his mother and grandmother.
Achievement of Jack Webb
He founded the production company, Mark VII Limited.
Jack Webb Family Life
He married his fourth wife, Opal Wright in 1980. None of his marriages lasted longer than seven years.
Associations of Jack Webb
Harry Morgan starred with him in Dragnet.
Information related to Jack Webb
- American radio writers
- American radio producers
- Film directors from Los Angeles
- Edgar Award winners
- Television producers from California
- Burials at Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Hollywood Hills)
- American male radio actors
- United States Army Air Forces soldiers
- Film producers from California
Latest information about Jack Webb updated on April 18, 2021.