- Loaned Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz his station wagon so they could move into their new home.
- He was offered the part of Sam the Bartender on Gunsmoke (1955). He didn't want it, so he told his best friend Glenn Strange to apply for it. The rest is history. He and Glenn played in at least 18 movies together during their long friendship.
- He also worked in radio, creating the role of Red Ryder, and was honored for this work in 1974 by the Golden Radio Buffs Of MD, Inc.
- Had 12 brothers and sisters.
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