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Ben Alexander was an American actor, writer, and director. He was best known for his role as Officer Frank Smith in the television series Dragnet. He was born on May 26, 1911 in Goldfield, Nevada. Alexander began his career in the 1930s, appearing in films such as The Thin Man and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. He also appeared in several westerns, including The Lone Ranger and The Cisco Kid. In 1951, Alexander was cast as Officer Frank Smith in the television series Dragnet. He appeared in the show for six seasons, until 1959. He also appeared in other television series, such as The Adventures of Superman, Perry Mason, and The Twilight Zone. Alexander wrote and directed several films, including The Big Operator (1959) and The Choppers (1961). He also wrote and directed several episodes of Dragnet. Alexander died on July 2, 1969 in Los Angeles, California. He was 58 years old. As of 2021, Ben Alexander's net worth is estimated to be $1 million.

Popular As Nicholas Benton Alexander III
Occupation actor,writer,director
Age 58 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 26 May 1911
Birthday 26 May
Birthplace Goldfield, Nevada, USA
Date of death 5 July, 1969
Died Place Hollywood, California, USA
Nationality United States

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Ben Alexander Height, Weight & Measurements

At 58 years old, Ben Alexander height is 5' 10" (1.78 m) .

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Height 5' 10" (1.78 m)
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Who Is Ben Alexander's Wife?

His wife is Lesley Smith (26 February 1950 - 5 July 1969) ( his death) ( 2 children), Elizabeth Robb (23 July 1941 - 1947) ( divorced) ( 1 child)

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Wife Lesley Smith (26 February 1950 - 5 July 1969) ( his death) ( 2 children), Elizabeth Robb (23 July 1941 - 1947) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
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Ben Alexander Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Ben Alexander worth at the age of 58 years old? Ben Alexander’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Ben Alexander's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Net Worth in 2022 Pending
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1953

Owned and operated the Ben Alexander Ford car dealership in Highland Park, California (northeast of Los Angeles), from c. 1953 until his death in 1969. Owned and operated the Ben Alexander Ford dealership on Portrero Avenue in San Francisco until his death.

1951

Alexander was more or less retired when producer Jack Webb picked him for the part of his detective partner in the TV series Dragnet (1951).

1930

He later graduated to juvenile leads and supporting parts in sound films, most notably in All Quiet on the Western Front (1930). When his acting career slowed down in the mid-'30s, he found a new career as a successful radio announcer.

1915

Starting out as a child actor in 1915, Ben Alexander's first roles were in the films of such directors as Cecil B. DeMille and D. W. Griffith.