Conrad Bain facts for kids
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Conrad Bain
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Bain as Arthur Harmon in Maude, September 1975
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Conrad Stafford Bain
February 4, 1923 Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
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| Died | January 14, 2013 (aged 89) Livermore, California, U.S.
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| Cause of death | Stroke |
| Nationality | Canadian-American |
| Citizenship | United States Canada |
| Education | Banff School of Fine Arts |
| Alma mater | American Academy of Dramatic Arts |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1952–1996 |
| Known for | Phillip Drummond, Dr. Arthur Harmon |
| Home town | Livermore, California, U.S. |
| Height | 5' 10" (1.78 m) |
| Television | Diff'rent Strokes, Maude |
| Spouse(s) | Monica Sloan (m. 1945-2009; her death) |
| Children | 3 |
| Parent(s) | Jean Agnes (née Young), Stafford Harrison Bain |
| Relatives | Bonar Bain (brother; deceased) |
Conrad Stafford Bain (born February 4, 1923 – died January 14, 2013) was an actor from both Canada and the United States. He was most famous for playing Phillip Drummond in the TV show Diff'rent Strokes. He also played Dr. Arthur Harmon in the show Maude. Conrad had a twin brother named Bonar Bain.
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About Conrad Bain
His Early Life
Conrad Bain was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, on February 4, 1923. His parents were Jean Agnes Young and Stafford Harrison Bain. He went to the Banff School of Fine Arts in Calgary, Alberta. He also studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. Conrad became a citizen of the United States in 1946. He served in the Canadian Army during World War II.
Acting Career Highlights
Conrad Bain's acting career began in 1956. His first TV appearance was in an episode of Studio One. He later appeared in over 200 television shows. He became very well-known for his role as Phillip Drummond in Diff'rent Strokes. In this show, he acted alongside Gary Coleman. Conrad Bain stopped acting in 1996.
His Family Life
Conrad Bain lived in Livermore, California. He was married to Monica Sloan. They got married on September 8, 1945. Monica passed away on February 26, 2009. They had three children together: Jennifer, Kent, and Mark. Conrad's twin brother, Bonar, died in 2005 at the age of 82.
Remembering Conrad Bain
Conrad Bain passed away on January 14, 2013. He was 89 years old. He died at his home in Livermore, California, due to problems from a stroke. His co-star from Diff'rent Strokes, Todd Bridges, said that Conrad Bain was like a father to him. After his death, Conrad Bain was cremated.
Conrad Bain on Television
Conrad Bain appeared in many television shows and movies. Here are some of his most notable roles:
- 1996: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air as Philip Drummond (1 episode)
- 1990: Postcards from the Edge as Grandpa
- 1988: Mr. President as Charlie Ross (24 episodes, 1987–1988)
- 1985: The Love Boat as Charles Custers (3 episodes, 1978–1985)
- 1979: The Facts of Life as Philip Drummond (1 episode)
- 1978: Diff'rent Strokes as Phillip Drummond (189 episodes, 1978–1986)
- 1972: Maude as Dr. Arthur Harmon (118 episodes, 1972–1978)
- 1971: The Anderson Tapes as Dr. Rubicoff
- 1971: Bananas as Semple
- 1970: I Never Sang for My Father as Rev. Sam Pell
- 1966: Dark Shadows as Hotel Clerk (4 episodes, 1966–1968)
- 1956: Studio One as Evans (1 episode)
Images for kids
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The cast of Diff'rent Strokes with guest star Nancy Reagan in 1983
See also
In Spanish: Conrad Bain para niños
