Hugh Beaumont

Biography

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Eugene Hugh Beaumont (February 16, 1909 – May 14, 1982) was an American actor and television director. He was also licensed to preach by the Methodist church. Beaumont is best known for his portrayal of Ward Cleaver on the 1957-1963 television series Leave It to Beaver. He had earlier played the role of the private detective Michael Shayne in a series of films in the 1940s.

Known For

Medical Center 1969 ★ 6.4
Marcus Welby, M.D. 1969 ★ 6.6
Mannix 1967 ★ 6.8
Petticoat Junction 1963 ★ 5.9
The Virginian 1962 ★ 6.5
Wagon Train 1957 ★ 6.6
Leave It to Beaver 1957 ★ 6.9
Meet McGraw 1957 ★ 6.5
My Friend Flicka 1955 ★ 6.2
Lassie 1954 ★ 6.3
Climax! 1954 ★ 3.8
Studio 57 1954 ★ 7.5
Public Defender 1954 ★ 6.3
City Detective 1953 ★ 7.5
Topper 1953 ★ 6.1
Letter to Loretta 1953 ★ 6.6
Four Star Playhouse 1952 ★ 6.8
Adventures of Superman 1952 ★ 6.7
The Ford Television Theatre 1952 ★ 7.8
Dangerous Assignment 1952 ★ 5.3
Cavalcade of America 1952 ★ 4.6
Hopalong Cassidy 1952 ★ 5.3
Racket Squad 1951 ★ 6.5
The Lone Ranger 1949 ★ 6.8