Russell Johnson facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Russell Johnson
Russell Johnson at 35 in Black Saddle (1960)
Born	Russell David Johnson (1924-11-10)November 10, 1924 Ashley, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died	January 16, 2014(2014-01-16) (aged 89) Bainbridge Island, Washington, U.S.
Cause of death	Renal failure
Occupation	Actor
Years active	1950-1997
Known for	Gilligan's Island as Professor Roy Hinkley
Spouse(s)	Edith Cahoon (m. 1943–1948, divorced) Kay Levey (m. 1949–1980, her death) Constance Dane (m. 1982–2014, his death)
Children	David Johnson Kim Johnson

Russell David Johnson (November 10, 1924 – January 16, 2014) was an American television and movie actor. He was best known as "The Professor" on the CBS television sitcom Gilligan's Island.

Johnson died at his home in Bainbridge Island, Washington on January 16, 2014. He died from kidney failure. He was 89 years old.