Jack Perkins (actor)


Earl Jack Perkins was an American film actor. He appeared in over one hundred films from 1956 to 1983, toward the end of his career mainly as a comic drunk.

Background

Born in Medford, Wisconsin, Perkins served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. He then went to what is now University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire where he played football and then played football with the Chicago Rockets.

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
1959-1961Peter GunnSidney / Hood / Brawler / Bouncer at Club / Assailant5 episodes
1960The Twilight ZoneGround CrewmanEpisode: The Last Flight, Uncredited
1966Green AcresSheriff's Deputy1 episode
1966The MunstersThe 2nd Drunk1 episode
1966-1967Petticoat JunctionPainter / Guard2 episodes
1974Killer BeesSalesmanTV movie
1975-1976Happy DaysDrunk / Bob2 episodes