Keith Walker (writer)

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Keith Walker (June 29, 1935 — December 30, 1996) was an American writer, producer, and actor. He co-wrote the screenplay for the film Free Willy, and wrote for television series including The Fall Guy, Emergency!, Quincy, M.E. and M*A*S*H." He wrote 26 episodes of the Rod Serling hosted radio show The Zero Hour, all of them coming in the second, and final, season of the show. He appeared as an actor on television shows Mannix, The Rookies, Mission: Impossible, and Fantasy Island. Walker had a memorable role as Mr. Walsh in the film The Goonies. He was married to actress Peggy Walton-Walker.[1]

Following brief treatment for cancer, Keith Walker died in the Tennessee city of Franklin at the age of 61.

Filmography[]

Year Title Role Notes
1973 Time to Run
1974 Earthquake Radio Voice Voice, Uncredited
1977 Age of Innocence Soldier Uncredited
1978 Till Death Dr. Perkins
1984 Future Schlock Sgt. Tatts
1985 The Goonies Mr. Walsh

References[]

  1. ^ Variety Staff (January 12, 1997). "Keith A. Walker". Variety.

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