Gordon Jump

Biography

Alexander Gordon Jump was a versatile actor and television personality born on April 1, 1932, in Centerville, Ohio. He began his career in broadcasting at WIBW-TV, where he also starred in the educational children's program "WIB the Clown". Later, he transitioned to acting, landing notable roles in sitcoms such as Soap and Diff'rent Strokes, before becoming synonymous with Maytag commercials as the iconic repairman.