Kurt Russell: Kurt Vogel Russell was born on March 17, 1951, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to Bing and Louise Russell.
Early years: His dad, however, was also an actor, and after the family moved to Los Angeles, Russell junior caught the acting bug.
Small screen debut: In 1962, Kurt Russell made his television debut, appearing in an episode of the sitcom series 'Denise the Menace' (1959–1963).
Big screen debut: he following year Russell made his movie debut with an uncredited part in 'It Happened at the World's Fair' (1963).
The Travels of Jaimie McPheeters' (1963–64): Back on television, the child actor secured the title role in the ABC Western series 'The Travels of Jaimie McPheeters.
Guns of Diablo' (1965): A year after the series ended, Russell appeared alongside Bronson in the Western 'Guns of Diablo.
Follow Me, Boys!' (1966): Russell was offered more television work with guest slots on 'The Fugitive,' The Virginian,' and 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E,' among other series.
The Barefoot Executive' (1971): His first movie of the new decade was the Disney comedy 'The Barefoot Executive.' Meanwhile, Russell was still juggling cinema with TV.
The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes' (1969): Disney, as did the small screen, kept Russell busy throughout the 1960s.
The New Land' (1974): In 1974, Kurt Russell was cast as Bo Larsen in the critically-acclaimed ABC series 'The New Land.