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Richard Allen York (September 4, 1928 – February 20, 1992) was an American actor best known for his role as Darrin Stephens on the classic television sitcom Bewitched (1964–1972). His portrayal of the character made him a beloved figure in American television history. Dick York was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He showed an early interest in acting and eventually moved to New York City to pursue a career in theater. Before his acting career took off, York worked various odd jobs, including as a radio announcer. His big break came in the 1950s when he began landing roles in both television and film. York's early acting career was filled with roles in movies and television series. He appeared in films such as They Came to Cordura (1959) and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962), where he played small but significant parts. His television appearances also included guest spots on a number of popular series. However, it was his role as Darrin Stephens on Bewitched that brought him lasting fame. The show, which debuted in 1964, starred Elizabeth Montgomery as Samantha Stephens, a witch married to an ordinary man, Darrin. York played the first Darrin, a role he portrayed for the first five seasons of the show. The show became a massive hit and is remembered as one of the most iconic sitcoms of the 1960s. His portrayal of Darrin was beloved for his humorous and often exasperated reactions to the magical chaos caused by Samantha’s powers. In 1969, due to health issues, York was forced to leave Bewitched during the sixth season. His departure was explained on the show by having Darrin suffer an illness that made him unable to continue working. Actor Dick Sargent replaced him in the role for the final three seasons, but York's version of Darrin remains the most fondly remembered by fans of the show. Throughout his life, Dick York struggled with health problems. In the early 1950s, he was diagnosed with a severe back injury that led to chronic pain. The pain became debilitating, and York became addicted to painkillers, which contributed to his departure from *Bewitched*. His health issues were often a private struggle, and they affected his career in the latter part of his life. York married his wife, Joan Alt, in 1951, and they had three children together. Despite his professional struggles and health challenges, York remained committed to his family and enjoyed a relatively quiet life outside the public eye in his later years. Dick York passed away on February 20, 1992, at the age of 63, from complications related to emphysema. His death was a great loss to the entertainment world, as he was widely regarded as a talented and beloved actor, especially for his work on Bewitched.

Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life
as Self/Darrin Stephens (archive footage)

Say Hey, Willie Mays!
as Self

Predestination
as Darrin Stephens in Bewitched (archive footage) (uncredited)

Bewitched
as Darrin Stephens (archive footage) (uncredited)

Hell's Highway: The True Story of Highway Safety Films
as Nick (archive footage)

Reflections of Evil
as Darrin Stephens (archive footage)

A Bewitched Christmas
as Darrin Stephens

High School U.S.A.
as Superintendant McCarthy

Simon & Simon
as Martin Donlevy

Bewitched
as Darrin Stephens

Going My Way
as Tom Colwell

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
as Will Pearce

The Virginian
as Jeff Tolliver

The Incredible Doktor Markesan
as Fred Bancroft

Dr. Kildare
as Harry Benton

Route 66

Stagecoach West
as Webb Crawford

The Flintstones
as Darrin Stephens (voice)

Outlaws

Thriller
as Fred Bancroft

Inherit the Wind
as Bertram T. Cates

The Untouchables
as Ernie Torrance

Adventures in Paradise
as Markham Jones

The Twilight Zone
as Capt. Phil Riker

The DuPont Show with June Allyson
as Lt. James Whitney

They Came to Cordura
as Pvt. Wilbur James Renziehausen

The Last Blitzkrieg
as Sergeant Otto Ludwig

Rawhide
as Frank Price

Naked City
as Charles Colano

Cowboy
as Charlie, Trailhand

Alcoa Theatre
as Corporal James Sloan

Wagon Train
as Charley Shutup

Operation Mad Ball
as Cpl. Bohun

Three Stripes in the Sun
as Cpl. Neeby Muhlendorf
Playwrights '56

Alfred Hitchcock Presents
as Manny Coe

My Sister Eileen
as Ted Loomis

The Millionaire
as Ken Leighton

Climax!
as Gordon Bates

Them!
as Teenager in Police Station

General Electric Theater
as Ashael Miller

Omnibus
as Nick

How Friendly Are You?
as Phil

Last Date
as Nick (as Richard York)

Rest and Health

Studio One
as George Fox

The Philco Television Playhouse
as Andy

Shy Guy
as Phillip Norton

Kraft Television Theatre
as Zack

Bookkeeping and You
as Bob Thayer
Insomnia
as Lucky