Acting
Paul O'Keefe
Paul O'Keefe, born on April 27, 1951, stands at 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters) tall and is a notable American actor, primarily recognized for his portrayal of Ross Lane, the younger sibling of Patty Duke's character, Patty Lane, in the classic television series The Patty Duke Show. He also starred in the film The Daydreamer.
Originally hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, O'Keefe embarked on his acting journey at an early age, making his Broadway debut in the musicals The Music Man (1959) and Oliver! (1963). His career took a significant turn in 1963 when he was cast as Ross Lane in The Patty Duke Show, which enjoyed a successful run of four seasons, ultimately establishing O'Keefe as a familiar face in households across America.
Following his role in The Patty Duke Show, O'Keefe continued to pursue acting in both television and film. He appeared in several notable films, including The Daydreamer (1966), Child's Play (1972), and The Bad News Bears (1976). Additionally, he held recurring roles in the popular television series The Wild Wild West (1967-1968) and The Love Boat (1977-1986).
In recent years, O'Keefe has stepped away from the acting spotlight and is currently working as a real estate agent in California. He is married and has two children.
