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William Whitney Talman Jr. (February 4, 1915 – August 30, 1968) was an American television and movie actor, best known for playing Los Angeles District Attorney Hamilton Burger in the television series Perry Mason .
William Talman (1915-1968) was a versatile and prolific actor who starred in films, TV shows and stage plays. He is best known for playing Hamilton Burger, the district attorney who lost to Perry Mason in the long-running series Perry Mason (1957).
William Talman was a screenwriter and actor who played Hamilton Burger on Perry Mason. He also appeared in films such as The Hitch-Hiker and The Racket, and served in the army and Vietnam.
Feb 9, 2012 · Learn about the life and career of William Talman, who played Hamilton Burger on Perry Mason and made a final appearance as a dying anti-smoking advocate. The article covers his early years, his military service, his film and TV roles, and his legacy.
William Whitney Talman Jr. (February 4, 1915 – August 30, 1968) was an American television and movie actor, best known for playing Los Angeles District Attorney Hamilton Burger in the television series Perry Mason.
William Talman was an essential member of the team that made the Perry Mason show the enduring success that it is. His performance as Hamilton Burger was outstanding.
Oct 8, 2014 · Talman died of lung cancer (after filming an anti-smoking ad for the American Cancer Society) in 1969 at the age of 53. Though his place is secure in the history of television, he should be bettered remembered for his excellent work in the crime films of the 40s and 50s.
