This wonderful and rare find of The Western Horseman from November 1950 was just made available for purchase and of course I just had to get it! Morgan is perhaps best known as Colonel Sherman T. Potter on M*A*S*H (1975-83), Pete Porter on both Pete and Gladys (1960-62) and December Bride (1954-1959), Detective Bill Gannon on Dragnet (1967-70), and Amos Coogan on Hec Ramsey (1972-74). Whether it was goofing off with his Co-Stars or spending time with the horses, Harry Morgan’s time on M*A*S*H was truly a special one and helped propel the series to the legendary status where it belongs today. His film and television profession spanned six years. Of Norwegian descent, his grandparents were immigrants from Scandinavia. Was a very popular student at Muskegon High School, where he played varsity football, and by his senior year, he was class president. The horses on the ranch weren’t for racing or show. Was one of the actors to have had the longest acting career than anybody else in the business, between movies and television; behind. He has appeared in more than 100 films. Graduated from Muskegon High School in Muskegon, Michigan, in 1933. Harry Morgan was created in Detroit, Michigan in April 1915 and passed on in December 2011. When Morgan's father Henry registered at junior high school, the registrar spelled it Bratsburg instead of Bratsberg. He raised horses, and in fact, in the final episode when he says goodbye to Sophie, that really was one of Harry's horses. I don't know if that's enough, but it beats coal mining. The picture on his desk was of Mr. Morgan’s wife, Eileen Detchon. Television guest shot fees are going down. His first wife, Eileen Dutchon, died on February 4, 1985, just 7 months before they would have celebrated their 45th Wedding Anniversary. Enjoyed golfing, traveling, dining, fishing, spending time with his family, reading, raising quarter-horses, horseback riding, animals, painting and poetry. Starred in a pilot of a 1971 TV show alongside E.G. For most actors, a role on the hit series, M*A*S*H, which still has the most-watched series finale to this day, would be the opportunity of a lifetime. Known to a younger generation of fans as "Col. Sherman T. Potter" on M*A*S*H (1972). Harry Morgan died on December 7, 2011, at age 96. It was also based on a popular radio show that it transferred into television. Join or Sign In. Morgan would later work with Webb in both short-lived series, The D.A. Harry Morgan (born April 10, 1915) is an American actor. Following Morgan’s death, Mike Farrell, who played B.J. For the second time, like December Bride (1954) before this, it was an immediate hit, where it tackled a lot of topics. Traveled to Mt. Alan Alda has said of his time working with Morgan that, “We loved Harry Morgan. Starred in a pilot of a 1971 TV show alongside. Morgan appeared in more than 100 films. He was born in Detroit and raised in Michigan, where he excelled in debates as a high school student. Kisco, New York's Summer Stock Theater Company, where he met and acted frequently with. How did Colonel Potter get his horse? Harry Morgan(Harry Bratsburg) was a American actor who was perhaps best known for his role as Colonel Potter on M.A.S.H. Appeared on the front cover of TV Guide six times. But Harry Morgan got to bring his love for horses to his already fantastic day job. Bill Gannon, on the revival of the third incarnation of, Was the second actor to have directed more episodes of. Numerous sources have reported the death of Harry Morgan, an actor whose career included roles in more than 100 films and a co-starring lynchpin performance on TV's Dragnet, but whom is probably best remembered as the acerbic yet adorable Colonel Potter on M*A*S*H. Morgan died after suffering from pneumonia. Harry Morgan was a prolific character actor who starred in over 100 films and was a stage performer. Began his career as a contract player with 20th Century Fox in 1942. Over the course of his time on M*A*S*H, Harry Morgan got to work with a ton of different horses. Renowned character actor Harry Morgan passed away Wednesday morning at the age of 96. Attended the funeral of best friend and actor. (1972). After graduating from Muskegon High School in Muskegon, Michigan, he took on a job as a salesman, before becoming a successful actor.In the many films, several of his most memorable movies, he appeared in were: in one of his firsts, The Omaha Trail (1942), in the next quarter of a century, he would also appear in The Ox-Bow Incident (1942), Wing and a Prayer (1944), State Fair (1945), Dragonwyck (1946), All My Sons (1948), Red Light (1949), Outside the Wall (1950), Dark City (1950) where he met future Dragnet 1967 (1967) co-star Jack Webb, who would be best friends until Webb's death, late in 1982, along with Appointment with Danger (1950). I've had a good career, a lot of laughs. He loved his horses. Morgan specifically spent time caring for quarter horses but admitted that he had less time for the ranch once he started working on M*A*S*H. Morgan talked about his ranch in a 1982 interview with The Wichita Eagle, “Been up there 20 years. Grandfather of Spencer Morgan (son of Charles and Charlotte Morgan) of Los Angeles, California. An actor's most important responsibility is to know lines well. I played a lot of sheriffs in those years. Harry Morgan (born Harry Bratsberg; April 10, 1915 – December 7, 2011) was an American actor and director whose television and film career spanned six decades. Morgans are gentle horses and are frequently used for riding lessons, and because of their steady, comfortable gaits, they are in high demand as therapeutic riding horses. Actor Harry Morgan, best known for his role as Col. Sherman Potter in the television series “MASH,” was charged Wednesday with beating his wife, officials said. Was regarded as one of the busiest actors on television, who had continuing roles in at least 10 series, which, combined with his guest appearances, amounted to hundreds of episodes. I've never been more comfortable in a part than with Colonel Potter. Was the last minute replacement for the role of Officer Bill Gannon on the third revival of, Harry Morgan passed away on December 7, 2011. If you are considering a horse, a Morgan will be a welcome member of your family. Attended Muskegon Community College in Muskegon, Michigan. That year a man named Harry Morgan entered a winning trotter. Morgan was also one of the oldest living Hollywood male actors. Once belonged to the Group Theater in New York. Harry Morgan didn't start out wanting to be an actor, but developed an interest in college. I didn't really start out to be an actor. [2 July 1996]. To relax, the colonel liked to paint and look after his horse, Sophie — a sort of inside joke, since the real Harry Morgan raised quarter horses on a ranch in Santa Rosa. | [May 2008]. It wasn’t a “goodbye” at all! By the time Morgan was a junior in high school at Muskegon High School, he won the Debate Championship at the University of Michigan's Hill Auditorium, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. His films credits also include: High Noon (1952), The Glenn Miller Story (1954), Strategic Air Command (1955), among many others. His brother, Arnold Bratsburg, died on January 4, 2001. and of course the Black Stallion. M*A*S*H producers gave the Character Colonel Potter a horse, but Sophie, the horse, wasn’t just a single horse. But working on M*A*S*H, I had little time to enjoy them.”. I could never afford to go back to New York and the theater, what with a big family. Was inducted into the Hall of Great Western Performers at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in 2006. He raised horses, and in fact, in the final episode when he says goodbye to Sophie, that really was one of Harry’s horses. [Who vehemently responded in 1996 of his arrest]: I didn't batter my wife! Appeared as a regular on eleven TV series with no more than one TV season between them: Appeared in three films nominated for Best Picture Academy Award: I didn't have enough money to go back east, so I stayed around, finding jobs mainly out of friendships. [in 1985, about something he once told President, [on how he got along with the other actors on, [in 1983, about his wife Eileen Dutchon and his. They were married for nearly 45 years. Shortly after his birth, his family moved to Muskegon, Michigan, 42 miles west northwest of Grand Rapids. Was a spokesperson for both ERA real estate and Toyota in the 1980s. But Harry Morgan got to bring his love for horses to his already fantastic day job. Most of the time, characters are written first, and then an actor then learns about their hobbies. Morgan's major roles included Pete Porter in both December Bride (1954–1959) and Pete and Gladys (1960–1962); Officer Bill Gannon on Dragnet (1967–1970); Amos Coogan on Hec Ramsey (1972–1974); and his starring role as Colonel Sherman T. Potter in M*A*S*H (1975–1983) and AfterMASH (1983–1985). They are also very patient and forgiving horses. On M*A*S*H, when the producers found out that Harry Morgan had an affinity for horses, they wrote that hobby right into Colonel Potter’s character arc. He made those who are thought of as ‘stars’ shine even more brightly. Met future wife, Eileen Detchon, in the play 'My Heart's in the Highlands'. Thomas Pynchon - Wikipedia Between September and December 1943, Ives lived in California with actor Harry Morgan (who would later go on to play Officer Bill Gannon in the 1960s version of Jack Webb's TV show Dragnet, and Colonel Sherman T. … Afterwards, he retired from show business and lived with his family. After those roles, Morgan ended his contract with both Universal and Mark VII, to sign with 20th Century Fox.Morgan's biggest role was that of a tough-talking, commanding, fun-loving, serious Army Officer, "Col. Sherman T. Potter" on M*A*S*H (1972), when he replaced McLean Stevenson, who left the show to unsuccessfully star in his own sitcom. That doesn't bother me. Had received the Gold Award of Purple Heart Veterans Rehabilitation Service in the 1970s. To relax, the colonel liked to paint and look after his horse, Sophie — a sort of inside joke, since the real Harry Morgan raised quarter horses on a ranch in Santa Rosa. [In 1986] The only ones in town who were moving office equipment in the teeth of the Depression were the people selling filing cabinets to the Social Security Administration. Sophie, to whom Colonel Potter says goodbye in the final episode, was Mr. Morgan… This day was also actor, Shortly before his death, he and his family had lunch with ex-, Despite not being an original cast member, next to. I don't care about the money. Publicity Listings Marshall that did not sell. Bill Gannon" role, supplying his voice on The Simpsons (1989). Prosecutors dropped the charges after Morgan completed a six-month domestic violence counseling program. I don't know if. I'll do a series if I am picked up by a limo, work only until 4, and the show is shot in Hawaii. Bill Gannon" in the film, Dragnet (1987), which starred Dan Aykroyd and Tom Hanks. (If you recognize that picture it is a rendition of the Justin Morgan horse by George Ford Morris and I will definitely be… They were his pets. He was the apotheosis, the finest example of what people call a character actor. Towards the end of his acting career, as he reached 80, he had a recurring role as the older college professor on 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996), opposite John Lithgow. [on his on- and off-screen chemistry with. Often played roles whose characters spent time in the military. Had a dog named Sterling, who died in 2008. You can do a dozen guest shots a year, but you're not making that much money. With financial support from his father H.G. Harry was very much like Colonel Potter. Used to raise quarter-horses. By 1983, M*A*S*H's series was getting very expensive, as well as with the cast, hence, CBS reduced it to 16 episodes. | For the third time, the show was still a hit with fans, and at 60, he was nominated for Emmies nine times and won his first and only Emmy in 1980, for Outstanding Supporting Actor. 1930 Morgan Runabout van 1910 Morgan Runabout. 4 harry morgan - isfj (the protector) The first season of Dexter was full of intriguing twists and turns, and one of the most memorable instances to come out of it was the revelation that Harry Morgan, Dexter's adoptive father, was actually dead. Morgan (a vicar to boot!) His father and 2 uncles worked on the Erie Canal, after his parents moved to Michigan. Mike Ferrel, who played B.J Hunnicutt released a statement about his death. Harry Morgan, original name Harry Bratsburg, (born April 10, 1915, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.—died December 7, 2011, Los Angeles, California), American actor best known for his television work, particularly as the gruff but kindhearted Col. Sherman T. Potter … Gary Richard Collins II (brothergaryii@yahoo.com), Other Works According to his son, Charles, he suffered pneumonia, at the time of his death. Harry Morgan was an American actor, best remembered for playing the role of Colonel Sherman T. Potter in the war comedy series ‘M*A*S*H’. Hunnicutt, starring with Morgan in M*A*S*H, released the following statement: Colonel Sherman Tecumseh Potter appears in the M*A*S*H and AfterMASH television series. Harry Morgan actually owned one of the horse actors who played her. And for having a wonderful life and for having enjoyed practically every minute of it, especially in the picture business and on the stage. Started using Harry rather than Henry when comedian, Best remembered by the public for his starring roles as Officer Bill Gannon on. M*A*S*H writer Ken Levine eulogized Morgan on his web site kenlevine.blogspot.com: Harry was very much like Colonel Potter. Died just 6 1/2 months after the death of his best friend. He gave us some of our happiest memories.”. He was portrayed by Harry Morgan, and replaced the departing character of Henry Blake as commander of the 4077th MASH. Upon his death he was cremated, his ashes are in possession of family. Appeared in the original production of 'Golden Boy' by 'Clifford Odoets' opposite. His father did not demur. A very interesting man, in his spare time, he enjoyed golfing, fishing, travel, spending time with his family, reading, raising horses, horse riding, painting, and poetry. For that film and numerous others, he was billed as Henry Morgan, but changed it to Harry in 1962 to avoid confusion with the acerbic radio comedian and television panelist of the same name. Stepfather of Katherine Quine and Victoria Quine. Actor Harry Morgan, who died last week at 96, was a familiar presence around here for more than three decades, spending his off time between films and … He was an active opponent of the anti-communist campaign in Hollywood. When Morgan guest-starred on an episode of, He is attending his grandson Spencer's wedding in Houston, Texas. He died in 2011 from pneumonia. To relax, the colonel liked to paint and look after his horse, Sophie, a sort of inside joke, since Mr. Morgan raised quarter horses on a ranch in Santa Rosa. Survived by his wife, Barbara, of nearly 25 years, his 3 children and 8 grandchildren. [In 1977] It might be good for a holiday show, but I don't imagine it will be a real ratings-getter. I'm just interested in the perks. Was charged with abusing his wife a year earlier, after a beating left her with injuries to her eye, foot, and arm. Before he was a successful actor, he worked as a salesman. Had four sons by his first wife: Charles and Paul are both attorneys. Upon his return to Muskegon, Michigan, his mother, Anna Olsen, passed away in 1942. He eventually worked with some of the biggest names in film and TV. Morgan had a 15-acre ranch with his wife in Santa Rosa, California. Sophie was the name of Colonel Potter’s horse. But Harry Morgan got to bring his love for horses to his already fantastic day job. I just sort of fell into it. Despite M*A*S*H's finale in 1983, Morgan went on to star in a short-lived spin-off series AfterMASH (1983), co-starring Jamie Farr and William Christopher, from the original M*A*S*H (1972) series, without series' star Alan Alda.He also co-starred in 2 more short-lived series, as he was over 70, beginning with Blacke's Magic (1986) with Hal Linden and his final role with You Can't Take It with You (1987). The Morgan horse is one of the earliest horse breeds developed in the United States. Bill Gannon. The picture on Potter’s desk was of Harry… Harry Morgan was married to actress Eileen Detchon for 45 years, ... Farewell and Amen" M*A*S*H finale was one of Morgan's own, brought in from the Santa Rosa ranch where he raised quarter horses. He did summer stock at the Pine Brook Country Club in Nichols, Connecticut. - IMDb Mini Biography By: On M*A*S*H (1972), his character rode horses, in real-life, he raised quarter horses on a ranch in Santa Rosa, California. For most actors, a role on the hit series, M*A*S*H, which still has the most-watched series finale to this day, would be the opportunity of a lifetime. Known to a younger generation of fans as "Col. Sherman T. Potter" on M*A*S*H (1972). One of his works, "The Rifle Platoon" made in 1942 is available on YouTube. That’s why when you watch M*A*S*H, you’ll notice characters golfing or throwing around a football. He was full of fun, and he was smart as a whip.” Ferrel said that “He was the rock everyone depended on and yet he could cut up like a kid when the situation warranted it. All of his children were born in Los Angeles, California. He was 96. Then, he guest-starred in several shows such as: The Twilight Zone (1985), Renegade (1992), The Jeff Foxworthy Show (1995), for the third time, he also reprised his "Off. Keeping busy is the problem. He also co-starred with James Garner in Support Your Local Sheriff! Morgan served in the US Army during WW2 where he joined other actors making training films. [When his role as "Col. Sherman Potter" ended] I'm feeling very sad and sentimental. Died 10 days before his 25th wedding anniversary to. Known to … Also known for his commanding personality throughout his career, he tackled movies and television in a way no other actor would do it.Born Harry Bratsberg in Detroit, Michigan, to parents Henry Bratsberg, who immigrated from Norway, who was a mechanic, and Anna Olsen, a housewife who immigrated from Sweden. The picture on Potter's desk was of Harry's real wife, Eileen. Subscribe to our newsletter for new stories, tips & events. The screenplay was written by Miles Hood Swarthout (the son of the author) and Scott Hale. “There’s not an un-adorable bone in the man’s body. Official Sites, Frequently played bad guy or cowardly roles. What he brought to the work made everyone better. Morgan was most widely known for his functions in … He won his only Emmy in 1980 for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Variety or Music Series. He also appeared in over 100 films. Morgan made his feature debut as a soldier in 1942's "To the Shores of Tripoli." The significance of that act would be profound, for in the late 1800s Tacoma was considered to be the most corrupt, crime-ridden city on the west coast and Harry Morgan its undisputed boss of the vice rackets. (1969) and Support Your Local Gunfighter (1971).On television, he is fondly remembered as Spring Byington's jokingly, henpecked neighbor, "Pete Porter" on December Bride (1954), where he became the show's scene-stealer. Once said that he enjoyed playing Colonel Potter on. He lived to be age 81. The picture on his desk was of Mr. Morgan’s wife, Eileen Detchon. Between 1959 and 1983, he received 11 Emmy nominations. The show was an immediate success to viewers, which led him into starring his own short-lived spin-off series, Pete and Gladys (1960), which co-starred Cara Williams, who met Morgan in the movie, The Saxon Charm (1948).Morgan began his eight-year association with old friend, Jack Webb, and Universal, starting with Dragnet 1967 (1967), which he played Off. Gary Richard Collins II (brothergaryii@yahoo.com), View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. Although Harry Morgan had originally built the Runabout for his own personal use only, such was the interest from his friends that he needed little encouragement to patent his design and put it into production. Tailgate by The River: How Kenny Chesney and... ‘I Love Lucy’: Why Ethel Mertz Actress Vivian... On This Day: ‘Pulp Fiction’ Starring John Travolta,... ‘The Dukes of Hazzard’: How Waylon Jennings Played... 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In fact, that horse, Sophie, Colonel Potter on M*A*S*H loved so much? When the Writer's Guild went on strike, he and. Also known for his commanding personality throughout his career, he tackled movies and television in a way no other actor would do it. [In 2004]: For being a fairly pleasant person and for having gotten along for the most part with a lot of the people I've worked with. Sign in to customize your TV listings. Harry Morgan actually owned one of the horse actors who played her. On M*A*S*H, an actor’s skills and hobbies were actually a part of the audition process. That’s why when you watch M*A*S*H, you’ll notice characters golfing or throwing around a football. Attended University of Chicago with a major of pre-law, but a lack of finances dropped him out. His parents were Henry Bratsberg, a mechanic born in Norway, and Anna Olsen, a housewife born in Sweden. Sort by. [on his popularity while playing the 60-something Col. Sherman T. Potter on, [About his years on series in TV before he got, [In 1979, after having spent a few seasons on, [If he was worried about the cast reaction to his replacing. When he was working as a salesman, he joined the theater group in Washington, D.C. His father, Henry Bratsberg, worked for war hero, Eddie Rickenbacker, who was also a car designer. Morgan horses compete in many equine events I think I'm one of the luckiest people in the world. [In 1975] For some reason, I'm confused with. He appeared in more than 100 films and television shows during his six-decade long career. Harry Morgan, Actor: M*A*S*H. Harry Morgan was a prolific character actor who starred in over 100 films and was a stage performer. Was supposed to reprise his role as Off. Harry "Breaker" Harbord Morant (born Edwin Henry Murrant, 9 December 1864 – 27 February 1902) was an Anglo-Australian drover, horseman, bush poet, military officer and war criminal, who was convicted and executed for murder during the Second Anglo-Boer War. (1971), opposite Robert Conrad and Hec Ramsey (1972), opposite Richard Boone. That touching scene where Colonel Potter says his goodbye was actually to his own horse, and the acting was particularly outstanding considering Potter would later take that very horse back home. Harry Morgan net well worth: Harry Morgan was an American actor and director who had a net well worth of $10 million. Show Jumper of the week! Continue with Facebook Continue with email. On M*A*S*H, an actor’s skills and hobbies were actually a part of the audition process. Morgan, son of M*A*S*Hs Harry Morgan, claimed that Paul Thomas Anderson, whom he described as a friend, had told him that such a cameo did not exist. Harry Morgan Passed away in 2011. 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