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Tim Conway

  • Birthplace: Willoughby, Ohio
  • Birthday: December 15, 1933

Actor Tim Conway’s unassuming frame and easygoing Midwestern demeanor served as the perfect baffle for his formidable comedic talents. As a comic actor, he displayed a knack for playing easily confused and clumsy characters, like the naïve Ensign Parker on “McHale’s Navy” (ABC, 1962-1966). But Conway’s true gifts were in physical comedy and improvisation, which were put to excellent use on “The Carol Burnett Show” (CBS, 1967-1978). His peerless timing and pantomime skills easily reduced audiences – and often his castmates – i…more

Career Milestones

  • 2008

    Received an Emmy nomination for guest starring on NBC's "30 Rock"

  • 2001 to 2005

    Occasionally guest-starred on the CBS sitcom "Yes Dear," as the father of Anthony Clark's stuffy character

  • 1999 to 2007

    Voiced Barnacle Boy on Nickelodeon's "SpongeBob SquarePants"

  • 1995 to 1996

    Had a recurring role as Ephraim Wanker, the hillbilly father of Peg Bundy on FOX's "Married with Children"

  • 1995

    Reprised role for the "Dorf" home video; also wrote and produced

Awards

  • 1995

    Emmy: Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series

  • 1977

    Emmy: Outstanding Continued Performance by a Supporting Actor in Music or Variety

  • 1977

    Emmy: Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series

  • 1976

    Emmy: Outstanding Continued Performance by a Supporting Actor in Music or Variety

  • 1975

    Golden Globe Award: Best Supporting Actor in Television

Upcoming Appearances

In Yes, Dear

Monday, Aug 18 at 03:30 pm TBS

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