Robert Sterling

Biography

Robert Sterling was a versatile American actor born William Sterling Hart on November 13, 1917, in New Castle, Pennsylvania. After signing with Columbia Pictures in 1939, he changed his name to avoid confusion with silent western star William S. Hart and went on to appear in numerous films and later revived his career on television, including starring roles in "Topper" and notable guest spots like "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea." Sterling was honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 1960 for his contributions to television.