This Day in History February 25, 1913

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The actor who portrayed Thurston Howell, III, and voiced Mr. Magoo was born on this date in 1913--James Gilmore "Jim" Backus.  He had a good career in Hollywood that spanned five decades.

Here is what I watched as I was growing up!

Gilligan's Island Opening Theme in Color. Watch more top selected videos about: Gilligan's Island

He will forever be this role for me.

For more info:
http://www.biography.com/people/jim-backus-273645
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000822/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Backus
http://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/jim-backus.html