Orson Bean Net Worth

What is Orson Bean's Net Worth?

Orson Bean, an American actor, had a net worth of $4 million at the time of his tragic death in 2020. On February 7, 2020, Orson was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in Venice, California. He was 91 years old and is survived by his wife, actress Alley Mills, whom he married in 1993 and starred with on Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.

Early Life and Career

Born in July 1928 in Burlington, Vermont, Orson Bean became widely recognized for his appearances on television game shows from the 1960s to the 1980s. Notably, he was a regular panelist on the game show To Tell the Truth.

Contributions and Achievements

Orson was a founding member of the international Laurel and Hardy Society, known as The Sons of the Desert, and served in the United States Army. Over his career, he amassed nearly 100 acting credits.

Television Roles

• From 1993 to 1998, Orson starred as Loren Bray on the TV series Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.
• He portrayed William "Bill" Gamble, Sr. on the series Normal, Ohio in 2000.
• Orson also featured as Roy Bender in Desperate Housewives from 2009 to 2012.

Film Appearances

• Miracle on 34th Street
• The Hobbit (1977)
• The Return of the King
• Being John Malkovich
• Alien Autopsy

Recognitions and Publications

Bean earned a Grammy Award nomination in 1979 and a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination in 2000. He was also the author of four books and released two comedy albums.