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Why did the oldest son on My Three Sons leave the show?

Why did the oldest son on My Three Sons leave the show?

Along with the change in networks and the transition to color, Tim Considine (who had earlier worked with Fred MacMurray on The Shaggy Dog), playing eldest son Mike, had chosen not to renew his contract due to a clash with executive producer Don Fedderson over Considine’s wish to direct but not co-star in the series.

Are any of the actors from My Three Sons still alive?

A: As far as I can tell, still with us at this writing are Don Grady, 67; Tina Cole, 68; Barry Livingston, 57; older brother Stanley, 60, and Dawn Lyn, 48. By the way, Tim Considine, the original oldest son on the series, is 70.

What happened to the Todd triplets from My Three Sons?

Following the series finale of MY THREE SONS, the Todd family remained in San Diego where and the brothers did commercials for products like a California chain called Mr, Steak, and Doublemint Gum. They did not, however, choose to remain in the entertainment business.

Where can I watch episodes of My Three Sons?

Watch My Three Sons on MeTV.

Why did they write mike out of My Three Sons?

The Scoop Behind Why Mike Moved Away After a few seasons on My Three Sons, he wanted to spread his wings and direct as well as act, but producer Don Fedderson dismissed him. The two had a serious falling-out and Tim left the show, which meant the writers had to marry his character off and have him move away.

What did Tim Considine do after My Three Sons?

Today Considine is a respected automotive historian, photographer and author of The Photographic Dictionary of Soccer, The Language of Sport and American Grand Prix Racing: A Century of Drivers and Cars.

How old is Fred macmurray?

83 years (1908–1991)
Fred MacMurray/Age at death
He was 83 years old and lived in Los Angeles. He died of pneumonia after being admitted to the hospital on Monday afternoon, said Sarah O’Meara, a family friend.

Is Chip and Ernie real brothers?

Most fans of My Three Sons know that in real life Chip Douglas and Ernie Thompson are actually brothers. Ernie Thompson is played by Barry Livingston and Chip by Stanley Livingston. Stanley’s the older brother, born three years ahead of Barry, and both were eager to become child actors at the same young age.

What happened to Tim Considine?

Considine, who left the Disney fold in 1960 to play the eldest son on “My Three Sons,” phased out his acting career more than a decade ago and is now a producer, writer and author of two sports books.

Is my 3 sons on Netflix?

My Three Sons is not available for streaming.

What happened to the mother on the show My Three Sons?

Missing Mom: Steve’s first wife had died at some point before the series began, leaving him a widower with three sons. At some later point, Steve hires his father-in-law (his first wife’s father), William “Bub” O’Casey (William Frawley), to help manage the household.

Where is Tim Considine today?

What are the cast of my three sons doing now?

Fred MacMurray,Steve Douglas (1960–1972)

  • William Frawley,William Michael Francis Aloysius “Bub” O’Casey (1960–1965)
  • William Demarest,Charles Leslie “Uncle Charley” O’Casey,Bub’s brother (1965–1972)
  • Tim Considine,Mike Douglas (1960–1965)
  • Don Grady,Robbie Douglas (1960–1971)
  • Stanley Livingston,Richard “Chip” Douglas (1960–1972)
  • Does Netflix have my three sons?

    Rent My Three Sons (1960) on DVD and Blu-ray – DVD Netflix. Click to see full answer. Also to know is, where is the My Three Sons House? The Douglas house was originally a barn in a Gene Autry movie. The family’s home in California was previously featured as the farm in Gene Autry’s 1940 musical Melody Ranch.

    Who played Robbie on my Three Sons?

    Don Grady, who played Robbie Douglas on the TV show “My Three Sons” and was one of the Mickey Mouse Club’s original Mouseketeers, died Wednesday. He was 68. “My dear friend and TV brother Don Grady…

    Where to watch my three sons?

    My Three Sons. Watch full episodes online. 30 min. TVPG. Series, Comedy. SD. Select an episode below or record this series. Watch Episodes. Record Series.

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