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Richard Bull
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| Born | June 26, 1924 Zion, Illinois, U.S.
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| Died | February 3, 2014 (aged 89) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Movie, stage, television actor |
| Years active | 1956–2014 |
| Home town | Chicago, Illinois |
| Television | Little House on the Prairie |
| Spouse(s) | Barbara Collentine (1948–2014, his death) |
Richard Bull (born June 26, 1924 – died February 3, 2014) was an American actor. He worked in movies, on stage, and on television.
He is best known for playing Nels Oleson on the TV series Little House on the Prairie. This popular show was on NBC from 1974 to 1983. Richard Bull also played "Doc" on another TV show called Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea.
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Who Was Richard Bull?
Richard Bull was born in Zion, Illinois, in the United States. He grew up to become a well-known actor. He started his acting career in 1956 and continued working until 2014.
His Acting Career
Richard Bull had a long career in acting. He appeared in many different types of shows and movies. He was known for playing characters that were often kind or helpful.
Little House on the Prairie
One of his most famous roles was Nels Oleson in Little House on the Prairie. This show was about a family living on a farm in the 1800s. Nels Oleson owned the general store in the town of Walnut Grove. He was married to Harriet Oleson and had two children, Nellie and Willie. His character was often seen trying to keep peace in his sometimes-loud family.
Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea
Before Little House on the Prairie, Richard Bull was also a regular on the science fiction show Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea. In this show, he played a character named "Doc." The series was about a futuristic submarine and its crew exploring the oceans.
Later Life
Richard Bull was married to Barbara Collentine. They were married for many years, from 1948 until his death. Richard Bull passed away on February 3, 2014, in Calabasas, California. He was 89 years old. He left behind a legacy of memorable characters that many people still enjoy watching today.
