Television icon Robert Culp was pronounced dead earlier today. Apparently he had fallen while taking a walk in Los Angeles and died. He was 79.
The Emmy-nominated Culp was probably best known for playing opposite Bill Cosby in the groundbreaking "I Spy" in the 1960s and then in the 1980s with William Katt in "The Greatest American Hero." His television career however lasted over five decades including roles on "The Outer Limits," "Trackdown," "The Man from UNCLE," "Columbo" and "Everybody Loves Raymond." He also appeared in many films including Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice and The Pelican Brief. Besides acting, Culp also wrote and directed on many of his projects as well.
I actually met the man and had a chance to speak with him for a bit at last year's New York Comic Con. He was friendly, forthcoming and proud of his work. His knowledge of the television field both in front of and behind the camera was phenomenal. It was a pleasure to have had those few moments with such a great man. Robert Culp will be missed.
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