Kay E. Kuter
Biography
Kay E. Kuter was an American actor best known for his character roles in film and television. He was born on April 25, 1925, in Los Angeles, California. Kuter had a career that spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies and TV shows. Kuter's acting career began in the 1950s, and he made his film debut in the 1952 movie "Thunderbirds." Over the years, he appeared in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and westerns. Some of his notable film credits include "The Last Starfighter" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), "Six Days, Seven Nights" (1998), and "The Princess Diaries" (2001). In addition to his work in films, Kuter was also a familiar face on television. He appeared in numerous TV shows throughout his career, often portraying supporting or character roles. Some of the notable TV series he appeared in include "Gunsmoke," "The Twilight Zone," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "MAS*H," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He also lent his voice to animated shows such as "TaleSpin" and "Justice League Unlimited." One of Kuter's most memorable roles was that of the character "Reverend Buckshot" in the TV series "Green Acres" (1965-1971). His portrayal of the bumbling, absent-minded preacher became a fan favorite and remains one of his most iconic performances. Sadly, Kay E. Kuter passed away on November 12, 2003, at the age of 78, in Burbank, California. Despite his departure, his contributions to the entertainment industry and his memorable performances continue to be appreciated by fans of film and television.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances

High Tor
as Dope
1956

Forbidden Warrior
as Yawn
2004

The Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight Mystery
as Werner Huber
1995

Watermelon Man
as Dr. Wainwright
1970

Izzy's Quest For Olympic Gold
as Citius (voice)
1995

City of Shadows
as Bartender Kink (as Kay Kuter)
1955

Gross Anatomy
as Lecturing Professor
1989

The Seventh Coin
1993

In Search of Dr. Seuss
as Dr. Seuss (voice)
1994

Babe
as Man Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)
1995

The Steel Jungle
as Stringbean
1956

The Big Night
as Mailman
1960

The Hollywood Sign
as Robbie Kant
2002

The Mole People
1956

The FBI Story
as Barber (uncredited)
1959

Under Fire
as Pvt. Arnold Swanson
1957

Annabelle's Wish
as Santa (voice)
1997

Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz
as Kay E. Kuter
1988

Zombie High
as Dean Eisner
1987

The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea
as Grimsby (voice)
2000
TV Appearances

Mister Ed
1961

Seinfeld
as Older Priest
1989

Green Acres
1965

Here's Lucy
as Canadian Mounty
1968

Star Trek: The Next Generation
as Cytherian
1987

Kung Fu
as Vinnie
1972

Brimstone
as Man at Elevator
1998

The Pretender
as Mr. Kleinman
1996

The Twilight Zone
as (segment "Grace Note")
1985

Boy Meets World
as Herbert
1993

Quincy, M.E.
1976

Charmed
as Keeper of the Fairy Tales
1998