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Ronnie Schell

Performer
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Ronnie Schell

Performer
Birthday

December 23, 1931

Birthplace

Richmond, California

Date of Passing

June 12, 2026

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Ronnie Schell was an actor who appeared on television series and films. He was perhaps best known as Duke Slater, the best friend of the titular character in Gomer Pyle: USMC. Schell was also the star of the sitcom Good Morning World.

In addition to his work in front of the camera, Schell was also a prolific voice actor. He can be heard on numerous animated television series including Fred Flintstone and Friends, Yogi's Space Race, and A Pup Named Scooby-Doo. Schell was also the voice of Peter Puck, a character who explained the rules of hockey before NHL games on NBC.

Besides his extensive career on television, Schell acted in many films. He can be seen in "The View from the Swing," "Love at First Bite," and "The Strongest Man in the World."

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