Karl Swenson
TV Actor

Karl Swenson Net Worth

Karl Swenson was an American actor born on July 23, 1908 in New York. He was best known for his role as Lars Hanson on the popular TV series Little House on the Prairie, but also had recurring roles on Lassie, Gunsmoke, The Virginian, and Bonanza.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day July 23, 1908
Birth Place New York
Age 112 YEARS OLD
Died On Oct 8, 1978 (age 70)
Birth Sign Leo

💰 Net worth: $17 Million (2024)

About

Perhaps most well known for his portrayal of Lars Hanson on the popular TV series Little House on the Prairie, he is also remembered for his recurring roles on Lassie, Gunsmoke, The Virginian, and Bonanza.

Before Fame

Before beginning his career as a screen actor, he appeared in a Broadway production of The Man Who Had All the Luck and participated in such radio dramas as The March of Time and Lorenzo Jones.

Trivia

He died suddenly not long after appearing in a Little House on the Prairie episode in which his character also passed away.

Family Life

He grew up in New York City as the child of Swedish-born parents. His first marriage -- to Virginia Hanscom Swenson -- resulted in four children; his marriage to Actress Joan Tompkins produced no children and lasted until his death in 1978.

Associated With

He appeared with Joseph Cotten in the 1967 movie Brighty of the Grand Canyon.

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