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Larry Pennell

Feb 21, 1928 - Aug 28, 2013 (85 years old) in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, USA

Lawrence Kenneth Pennell (February 21, 1928 – August 28, 2013) was an American television and film actor, often remembered for his role as "Dash Riprock" in the television series The Beverly Hillbillies. His career spanned half a century, including starring in the first-run syndicated adventure series Ripcord in the leading role of Skydiver Theodore "Ted" McKeever, as well as playing Keith Holden in Lassie. He was also a baseball player, playing on scholarship for the University of Southern California (USC) and later professionally for the Boston Braves organization.

Known For

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The Beverly Hillbillies
Dash Riprock
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Have Gun, Will Travel
Henry Carver
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Wagon Train
Marshal Trace McCloud
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Magnum, P.I.
Jack Martin
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Diagnosis: Murder
Dr. Arthur
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Quantum Leap
Clark Gable
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Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre
Jason Tully
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Mission: Impossible
Karl Burroughs
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Land of the Giants
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The Rookies

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