Al Lewis

1923 - 2006

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Biography

Al Lewis, born in 1923 as Albert Meister, was an American actor, best known for his role as Grandpa Munster in the television series 'The Munsters.' Before his acting career, Lewis was a schoolteacher and served in World War II. He later transitioned into radio and television, gaining fame for his portrayal of the lovable vampire patriarch. Beyond acting, he was also a political activist, running for office multiple times on the Green Party ticket.