American actor
Among his other accomplishments, he was the voice that introduced each episode of "Superman", both on radio and on TV.
For over 20 years he has been the spokesperson and voice of Caesar Jr. on the Little Caesar Pizza commercials.
Portrayed the title character on the syndicated radio show "Philo Vance" (1948-1950).
A founding member of the American Federation of Radio Artists. The union merged with the Television Authority to become the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.
He was the voice of Popeyes nemesis Bluto in over 300 cartoons, portrayed the Cisco Kid, and impersonated world leaders in "The March of Time", a weekly reenactment of news stories. He made many television commercials, and worked well into his 80s.
Profiled in "Old-Time Radio Memories" by Mel Simons.
He had a stepson, Leslie Winter.
