Roger Smith, ‘77 Sunset Strip’ Star, Dead At 84

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Roger Smith, the actor known for his role as the suave detective Jeff Spencer on the TV show “77 Sunset Strip,” has died. He was 84.

Jack Gilardi, an agent for for Smith’s widow, Ann-Margret, confirmed the news to the Associated Press, saying the actor died at a Los Angeles hospital Sunday after battling a terminal illness. The exact cause of death was not released.

Born in California in 1932, Smith began his acting career in the 1950s. He had grown up taking singing and dance classes, as well as starring in school theater productions. In the ‘50s, Smith was spotted by actor James Cagney, who reportedly encouraged Smith to try his hand at a career in Hollywood.


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