Marty Ingels
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Born Name:
Martin Ingerman
Born Date: March 9, 1936
Born Place: New York City
Died Date: October 21, 2015
Died Place: Tarzana, Los Angeles, California
Occupations: Actor, comedian, comedy sketch writer, theatrical agent
Brief Biography: Marty Ingels was a versatile American actor, comedian, and theatrical agent known for his raspy voice and high-energy personality. He is most famous for his role as Arch Fenster in the 1960s sitcom I’m Dickens, He’s Fenster and for his nearly 40-year marriage to Oscar-winning actress Shirley Jones.
Early Life and Career:
Ingels served in the Army before pursuing an acting career. He got his start at the Pasadena Playhouse and gained initial public attention by winning thousands of dollars on the game show Name That Tune.
His acting highlights include:
Television: Co-starring with John Astin in the cult classic I'm Dickens, He's Fenster (1962–1963) and guest appearances on shows like The Dick Van Dyke Show, Bewitched (as "Diaper Dan"), and The Love Boat.
Film: Roles in movies such as Armored Command (1961), A Guide for the Married Man (1967), and If It’s Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium (1969).
Voice Acting: Lending his unique voice to characters like Pac-Man in the 1980s animated series, Beegle Beagle in The Great Grape Ape Show, and Autocat in Motormouse and Autocat.
Transition to Talent Agent:
In the 1970s, Ingels pivoted from acting to the business side of Hollywood, founding Ingels Inc. This agency specialized in securing high-profile celebrities—such as John Wayne, Orson Welles, and Cary Grant—for lucrative television commercials and product endorsements.
Born Date: March 9, 1936
Born Place: New York City
Died Date: October 21, 2015
Died Place: Tarzana, Los Angeles, California
Occupations: Actor, comedian, comedy sketch writer, theatrical agent
Brief Biography: Marty Ingels was a versatile American actor, comedian, and theatrical agent known for his raspy voice and high-energy personality. He is most famous for his role as Arch Fenster in the 1960s sitcom I’m Dickens, He’s Fenster and for his nearly 40-year marriage to Oscar-winning actress Shirley Jones.
Early Life and Career:
Ingels served in the Army before pursuing an acting career. He got his start at the Pasadena Playhouse and gained initial public attention by winning thousands of dollars on the game show Name That Tune.
His acting highlights include:
Television: Co-starring with John Astin in the cult classic I'm Dickens, He's Fenster (1962–1963) and guest appearances on shows like The Dick Van Dyke Show, Bewitched (as "Diaper Dan"), and The Love Boat.
Film: Roles in movies such as Armored Command (1961), A Guide for the Married Man (1967), and If It’s Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium (1969).
Voice Acting: Lending his unique voice to characters like Pac-Man in the 1980s animated series, Beegle Beagle in The Great Grape Ape Show, and Autocat in Motormouse and Autocat.
Transition to Talent Agent:
In the 1970s, Ingels pivoted from acting to the business side of Hollywood, founding Ingels Inc. This agency specialized in securing high-profile celebrities—such as John Wayne, Orson Welles, and Cary Grant—for lucrative television commercials and product endorsements.