Andrew Rubin


Andrew Harold Rubin was an American actor most known for his role of George Martín in Police Academy.

Early years

Rubin was born June 22, 1946 in New Bedford, Massachusetts. His father, Simon, owned a furniture and bedding factory and his mother, Leona was an artist and international travel writer. He graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.

Television

Rubin "began appearing in commercials in the late 1960s." Andrew had a role in the tv series Shazam! on the episode titled "The Boy Who Said 'No'" which aired Oct. 26, 1974. He was one of the stars of Hometown, a 1985 CBS program.
Rubin also originated the role of Allan Willis, the eldest child of Tom and Helen Willis, on The Jeffersons. He introduced the character in one episode but left the show during the first season. The character did not return until Season 5 with a new actor in the role.

Death

On October 5, 2015, Rubin died of lung cancer in Los Angeles, California.

Filmography