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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Last star of ‘Hogan's Heroes' dies
Veteran television actor Kenneth Washington, best remembered for his roles in Star Trek and Hogan's Heroes, has died at the age of 88. His death was confirmed on July 18, though only now have details of his passing been made public. According to reports, Washington died from complications related to Alzheimer's disease. He had been living with the condition in recent years, and his health had steadily declined. News of his death had initially been announced without a stated cause, prompting speculation from fans and followers of the classic shows he helped shape. Washington made history as the only Black actor in the main cast of Hogan's Heroes, joining in its final season as Sergeant Richard Baker. He replaced Ivan Dixon's character Sergeant Kinchloe and remained part of the show until its end in 1971. Though the role came late in the series' run, it became a defining part of Washington's career. Beyond Hogan's Heroes, he built a rich TV résumé that spanned decades. From iconic shows like I Dream of Jeannie and My Three Sons to appearances on Dragnet 1967, Marcus Welby, M.D., and The Name of the Game, his range and presence stood out. Fans of Star Trek also remember him for his role in the franchise, further cementing his place in television history. He married journalist Alice Marshall in 2001, and she survives him, along with his three children, three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Washington's passing marks the end of an era, he was the final surviving principal cast member of Hogan's Heroes. For many, his legacy lives on through the trail he blazed and the timeless shows that continue to resonate across generations.
Mint
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Kenneth Washington, Star Trek actor and last Hogan's Heroes cast member, dies at 88
Kenneth Washington, a veteran television actor and the last surviving main cast member of the CBS series Hogan's Heroes, passed away on July 18 at the age of 88, according to a report by Variety. After landing his first screen test, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. His work includes roles in television films such as J. Edgar Hoover, Money on the Side, and Our Family Business. He also appeared in a variety of popular TV shows, including Star Trek, I Dream of Jeannie, My Three Sons, The Name of the Game, Petticoat Junction, Marcus Welby, M.D., Adam-12, and Dragnet 1967, the report noted. Washington married Alice Marshall in 2001. She is a former editor-in-chief at Wave Newspapers in South Los Angeles and previously served as film reviews editor at Variety. He is survived by his wife, Alice; his brother, Johnnie; his sister, Aaliyah Akbar; his three children: Kim Lee, Kenneth Jr., and Quianna Stokes-Washington — along with three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. (This is a breaking news)
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Star Trek actor Kenneth Washington dies at 88: The star was the last living cast member from Hogan's Heroes
Kenneth Washington, the film and television actor who appeared on several high-profile shows over multiple decades, has died at 88. Washington died last week on July 18, according to Variety. The performer held the sad distinction of being the last living cast member from Hogan's Heroes, the classic CBS sitcom set in a POW camp in Nazi Germany. Washington had guest roles on major TV series, including My Three Sons, the 1967 revival of Dragnet, Petticoat Junction, The FBI, The Rockford Files and Police Story, among others. He also held the distinction of playing a guest role on the third and final season of the original Star Trek series in 1969. Washington joined Hogan's Heroes in 1970 for the show's sixth and final season. He played Sergeant Richard Baker, who filled the void left by the departure of another Black actor, Ivan Dixon, who had appeared in the previous five seasons as Staff Sergeant James 'Kinch' Konloe. Although Washington was a main cast member, his part wasn't as juicy as Dixon's had been. He didn't have time to expand the character, as the show was canceled after his first season on Hogan's Heroes. The show was a ratings success in its early seasons, and it won two Emmy Awards during its run after being nominated 12 times. Hogan's Heroes was also recognized for featuring Black actors in major roles when it was honored at the first NAACP Image Awards in 1967. Washington had a guest role that year on another show that was honored at the Image Awards, Daktari, and he later appeared on Star Trek, which was also cited for its diverse casting. Washington had small, sometimes uncredited roles in a handful of films, though he was primarily known for his work in television. His most prominent film role was as a technician in Michael Crichton's 1973 sci-fi western thriller Westworld. Aside from his season on Hogan's Heroes, his longest running television role was as Officer Miller on Adam-12. The recurring role on the popular police drama lasted for eight episodes in 1968 and '69. Washington was born in Ethel, Mississippi, in 1936, but his family soon relocated to California's Bay Area. As an adult, Washington caught the acting bug and moved south to Los Angeles to focus on auditions. As his acting career wound down, he enrolled at Loyola Marymount University to earn his degree, and he subsequent returned to the university as a instructor leading a class on Black film actors. Washington also taught classes on oral interpretation and speech at Southwest College in LA, according to Variety. Washington was previously married to Alyce Hawkins from 1959 to 1969, and they shared three children: Kim Lee, Kenneth Jr. and Quianna Stokes-Washington. In 2001, he married his second wife, Alice Marshall, who was at one time the editor-in-chief of the LA-based Wave Newspapers, as well as a former film reviews editor at Variety. Washington is survived by his wife, his three children, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, as well as his brother Johnnie and sister Aaliyah Akbar.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Last Surviving Cast Member of 'Hogan's Heroes' Passes Away at 89
Last Surviving Cast Member of 'Hogan's Heroes' Passes Away at 89 originally appeared on Parade. Kenneth Washington, best known for his starring role on CBS's classic sitcom Hogan's Heroes, passed away on July 18. At the time of his death, the late actor was 89-years-old. Born on October 19, 1935, Washington first entered the entertainment industry in the mid 1950s. Though he occasionally ventured into film with movies like the Jerry Lewis comedy Hook, Line & Sinker or 1973's Westworld, the actor would become more readily known for his roles on television, including guest appearances in Star Trek, Petticoat Junction and I Dream of Jeannie. After making his television debut on the family drama Daktari, Washington went to make eight appearances as police officer Miller in the NBC police drama, Adam-12. Following this, he was cast in a lead role in CBS's Hogan's Heroes, a fan-favorite sitcom following a group of WW2 Allied POWs in an Axis prison camp. In the context of the show, Washington portrayed the character of Sergeant Richard Baker. Succeeding Staff Sergeant James "Kinch" Kinchloe's place after actor Ivan Dixon left the series following its fifth season, Baker acted as the main underground radio operator of the camp and Colonel Robert Hogan's (Bob Crane) de facto second in command. Sadly, Washington's role in the series would last for only a single year, with CBS electing to cancel Hogan's Heroes after its sixth season aired on the network. Following his time on the series, Washington continued to work in television for the remaining two decades, guest starring in episodes of Police Story, The Rockford Files and A Different World before his retirement in 1989. On July 18, he was found to have passed away at his home in Beverly Hills, California. Washington is survived by his wife Alice Marshall; his siblings Johnnie and Aaliyah Akbar; his three children (Kim Lee, Kenneth Jr. and Quianna Stokes-Washington); his three grandchildren; and his four great-grandchildren. Last Surviving Cast Member of 'Hogan's Heroes' Passes Away at 89 first appeared on Parade on Jul 24, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 24, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Kenneth Washington dead aged 89: Star Trek actor and final surviving main cast member of Hogan's Heroes dies
HOGAN'S Heroes actor Kenneth Washington has tragically died aged 89. Washington was the last surviving main cast member of the popular CBS series. Advertisement 3 Kenneth Washington has died at the age of 89 Credit: Derek Olivia/ Facebook 3 Kenneth Washington in Hogan's Heroes Credit: IMDB 3 Kenneth Washington on Star Trek Washington died on July 18, as reported by The TV and film actor was best known for playing Sergeant Richard in the final season of Hogan's Heroes. Airing from 1965 until 1971, it ran for 168 episodes across six seasons. Born in Ethel, Mississippi, the actor's family moved to California when he was a child, where he was then raised in San Francisco. Advertisement He later moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career. A household name in the '60s, Washington made appearances on several movies and TV series, including Star Trek, I Dream of Jeannie and My Three Sons. Washington retired from screen roles in the late '80s. Following his acting career, he returned to school and earned his college degree from Loyola Marymount University. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity He then married the former editor-in-chief at Wave Newspapers in LA in 2001. The actor is survived by his wife, three children, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. It comes after Tom Troupe, known for his roles in Star Trek and Mission: Impossible died aged 97. He tragically passed away at his home in Beverly Hills from natural causes - just five days after his birthday, a family spokesperson said. Advertisement The tragic star, who was married to the late actress Carole Cook, was also well-known for appearing in My Own Private Idaho and Cagney & Lacey. He and his wife were formerly known as "the Lunts of L.A. Theatre" due to their extensive stage work in the City of Angels. Earlier this month, Nip/Tuck and Fantastic Four actor Julian McMahon died at the age of 56 following a "private battle" with cancer. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Advertisement Like us on Facebook at
