Sam Yorty
Acting•Born October 1, 1908•Died June 5, 1998 (age 89)•Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
Biography
Samuel William Yorty (October 1, 1909 – June 5, 1998) was an American politician, attorney, and radio host from Los Angeles, California. He served as a member of the United States House of Representatives and the California State Assembly, but he is most remembered for his turbulent three terms as the 37th mayor of Los Angeles from 1961 to 1973. Although Yorty spent almost all of his political career as a Democrat, he became a Republican in 1973.
Known For
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962•TV Series•
7.5
American Experience
1988•TV Series•
6.5
The Merv Griffin Show
1962•TV Series•
6.6
CHiPs
1977•TV Series•
6.9
Here's Lucy
1968•TV Series•
6.7
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968•TV Series•
6.7
Conspiracy?
2004•TV Series•
9.0
Say Goodbye to the President: Marilyn and The Kennedys
1985•Movie
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayOctober 1, 1908
Day of DeathJune 5, 1998
Place of BirthLincoln, Nebraska, USA
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