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Detailed explanation-1: -Schallert began his film career in the late ‘40s, but it was his portrayal of Martin Lane, the father and uncle to the identical cousins on The Patty Duke Show (1963-66), that became his signature role.

Detailed explanation-2: -Yeah, we’re well aware that William Schallert doesn’t have much in common with classic rock. But if you’re of a certain age, you invited him into your home each week in his role as Patty Duke’s father on the ‘60s sitcom The Patty Duke Show. The 93-year-old actor died on Sunday, May 8, 2016, in Pacific Palisades, CA.

Detailed explanation-3: -He is known for his roles on Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1957–1959), Death Valley Days (1955–1962), and The Patty Duke Show (1963–1966).

Detailed explanation-4: -Teenager Patty Lane and her worldly identical cousin Cathy navigate family and high school life. Teenager Patty Lane and her worldly identical cousin Cathy navigate family and high school life.

Detailed explanation-5: -Patty’s body double went on to be a soap star. When you see the back of one cousin’s head in a conversation, it is likely Rita Walker (née McLaughlin). From 1970 to 1981, the actress would get to show her face-and skills-as Carol Deming on As the World Turns.