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About Claude Akins
Claude Akins’ first role in a film was in the 1953 war movie entitled “From Here to Eternity”. Since then, the celebrated American actor was featured in numerous films and television series but was best known for playing the Sheriff Lobo character in “B. J. and the Bear” as well as in its spinoff “Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo”.
Family
He was born to Ernest and Maude Akins. In 1952, he married Therese Fairfield and together they raised three kids.
Education
Akins completed Northwestern University in 1949.
Death
He was diagnosed with stomach cancer which later caused his death. His remains were cremated.
Facts
His first acting role was at the age of 5 when he was used in a play organized by his church.
He was also a golfer and played in a number of fund-raising tournaments for charity.
In 1980, he was named as the host of the Academy of Country Music Awards.
He was a member of the United States Army Signal Corps and participated in the Second World War.
Until his 13th birthday he was known as Aubrey Akins.
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F.A.Q. about Claude Akins
When is his birthday?
Claude Akins' birthday is on May 25, 1926.
In how many days is his birthday?
Claude's birthday is in 110 days
How old was Claude when he died?
He was 67 years old.
When did he die?
He died in January 27, 1994.
How old would he be today?
Claude Akins would be 96 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Claude from?
He was born in Nelson, Georgia, U.S..