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Mills Watson
P.O. Box 600
Talent, OR 97540-0600
USA
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(Post Office Box)
P.O. Box 600
Talent, OR 97540-0600
USA
Mills Watson is an American character actor, best known for his roles in film and television from the 1960s through the 1980s. Born on July 10, 1940, in Oakland, California, Watson grew up with a strong interest in the arts. He studied acting at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he refined his skills before launching a professional career that spanned several decades. With a natural knack for portraying quirky, often comedic characters, he became a recognizable face on both the big and small screens.
Watson’s breakthrough role came in the 1970s when he starred as Deputy Perkins on the television show B.J. and the Bear and its spin-off, The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo. As the dim-witted but lovable deputy, Watson’s character became an audience favorite, and his comedic timing solidified his status as a talented character actor. His film work includes roles in popular movies like Papillon (1973), Cujo (1983), and The Devil’s Rain (1975), where his ability to play diverse and intense characters brought him acclaim. Watson also appeared in Clint Eastwood’s High Plains Drifter (1973), adding to his roster of notable performances.
In addition to his film and television roles, Mills Watson made appearances on shows such as Gunsmoke, MASH*, Hawaii Five-O, and The Rockford Files, showcasing his versatility as an actor who could adapt to both comedic and dramatic roles. His appearances in Westerns were particularly memorable, as his rugged demeanor suited the genre well.
