Bet You Can't Guess Who This Is

April 8, 2011 - Starring in one of my favorite TV shows is a rather unlovable character who over time reveals a softer side that hints at the true character of the actor. This gruff and loud portrayal hides the fact that the man himself was reported to be gentle, kind and likable. Use the clues at the end of this article and take a guess (without using Google or Bing or some other web tools).

We just spent a week at one of the great churches in Texas where we were encouraged, loved, prayed for, challenged and then encouraged some more. Our sweet hosts, who opened their home to us, were clearly not "acting". They extended to us an honest and authentic hospitality that refreshed us in our perspective. Thank you Great Hills Baptist Church of Austin, Texas.

As if that was not blessing enough, our dearest friends happened to be in Austin at the same time and they went to the trouble to connect with us for a few hours that added sweetness and blessing to an already blessed time. Thank you God for encouragers.

Now, read on for the clues to the name of the actor.

He ...

Started acting in Nashville, TN and was a radio announcer during World War II

Graduated cum laude from Columbia University in dramatic arts

Was a Black Belt in Judo

While serving in the U.S. Army in WWII, he distinguished himself by taking part in 14 assault landings, including Leyte, Luzon, Bataan and Corregidor

In an interesting turnaround, the actor whose best known role was playing a Marine sergeant, could not pass the Marine Corps. physical during WWII and ended up serving in the Army.

What was the actor's name and what was his most famous role?

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Jody