Ralph Manza

Ralph Manza (December 1, 1921 – January 31, 2000) was an American character actor known for his appearances in over 160 film and television shows. Born in San Francisco, California, on December 1, 1921, Manza initially pursued a career in medicine but was drafted into the United States Army during World War II. While serving as a medic, he was assigned to an acting troupe and toured Iceland performing in musicals. After the war, he studied acting at Elizabeth Halloway's School of Acting in San Francisco. Manza's career included roles in various primetime TV series, starting in the 1950s with Highway Patrol and Alfred Hitchcock Presents. He also had a brief stint on the soap opera series General Hospital in 1963.