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Paul Burke (actor) is an American actor who is best known for his roles in the television series Naked City, Twelve O'Clock High, and The New Breed. He was born on July 21, 1926 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Burke began his career in the 1950s, appearing in several films and television shows. He is best known for his role as Detective Adam Flint in the television series Naked City, which ran from 1958 to 1963. He also starred in the television series Twelve O'Clock High and The New Breed. In addition to his acting career, Burke also wrote and directed several films, including The Young Swingers (1963) and The Wild Racers (1968). He also wrote the screenplay for the film The Young Swingers. Burke was married to actress Joan Tompkins from 1956 until her death in 2002. He has two children, Paul Burke Jr. and actress Tracy Burke. As of 2020, Paul Burke (actor)’s net worth is estimated to be roughly $2 million.
| Popular As | Paul Raymond Burke |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Age | 83 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Born | 21 July, 1926 |
| Birthday | 21 July |
| Birthplace | New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Date of death | (2009-09-13) Palm Springs, California, U.S. |
| Died Place | Palm Springs, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | United States |
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Paul Burke (actor) Height, Weight & Measurements
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| Height | Not Available |
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Who Is Paul Burke (actor)'s Wife?
His wife is Peggy Pryor (born Alice Louise Wikan) (m. 1946-1972) Lyn Peters (m. 1979-2009)
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| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Peggy Pryor (born Alice Louise Wikan) (m. 1946-1972) Lyn Peters (m. 1979-2009) |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | 4 |
Paul Burke (actor) Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Paul Burke (actor) worth at the age of 83 years old? Paul Burke (actor)’s income source is mostly from being a successful actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Paul Burke (actor)'s net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
| Cars | Not Available |
| Source of Income | actor |
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Timeline
Burke was the grandfather of actress Alia Shawkat, whose mother is Burke's daughter, Dina. He retired from acting in the early 1990s. Suffering from leukemia and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, he died at his home in Palm Springs, California, aged 83. His second wife, Lyn Peters, died in Palm Springs on September 10, 2013, at the age of 72.
In 1989 Burke and Harry Connick Sr., New Orleans district attorney, were indicted on racketeering charges for aiding and abetting a gambling operation by returning gambling records to an arrested gambler. They were both acquitted of the charges.
During the 1970s he appeared in three episodes each of ABC's The Love Boat and CBS's Medical Center. In 1984, he appeared as C.C. Capwell in 21 episodes of the NBC soap opera Santa Barbara. He appeared in supporting roles in a number of television series, including recurring roles in Dynasty from 1982 to 1988 and in Tom Selleck's Magnum, P.I., from 1981 to 1985 as Rear Admiral Hawkes. Burke also served as a television commercial spokesman for the electronics retailer RadioShack.
In 1967, Burke starred in the film Valley of the Dolls as Lyon Burke, the young lawyer who befriended all three female stars and had a tempestuous relationship with Anne Welles. He also played a police officer who pursued a bank thief played by Steve McQueen in The Thomas Crown Affair.
After Five Fingers Burke was cast in the lead role of the police show Naked City, in which he appeared as Adam Flint from 1960 to 1963. Burke then appeared in the starring role of Captain (later Maj., then Col.) Joe Gallagher on 12 O'Clock High between 1964 and 1967, during which time he met his wife, Lyn. The 12 O'Clock High role was Burke's last lead television role.
In the 1957–58 season, Burke appeared as Jeff Kittridge in five episodes of Barry Sullivan's adventure/drama series, Harbormaster. Burke also guest-starred on episodes of The Lone Ranger, Tightrope, Dragnet, Adventures of Superman, The Man and the Challenge, and M Squad. In the 1959–60 season, he appeared as Robertson in the NBC espionage series Five Fingers, starring with David Hedison.
After training at the Pasadena Playhouse, Burke's film career began with a small role in the movie Golden Girl. Early in his career, Burke guest-starred in the syndicated series Highway Patrol and Men of Annapolis. In 1956–57, Burke was cast as Dr. Noah McCann in Noah's Ark, a weekly program produced by Jack Webb which aired on NBC, the story of a pair of dedicated veterinarians. Victor Rodman played the older colleague, Dr. Sam Rinehart.
Paul Raymond Burke (July 21, 1926 – September 13, 2009) was an American actor best known for his lead roles in two 1960s ABC television series, Naked City and 12 O'Clock High. He was twice nominated for an Emmy Award for his portrayal of New York Police Department detective Adam Flint in Naked City.
