Lee Majors, born as Harvey Lee Yeary in 1939, is a renowned American film, television, and voice actor. He has left a significant mark on the entertainment industry with his notable performances across a career spanning over five decades. Majors was brought up in Middlesboro, Kentucky, where he faced hardships at an early age, losing both parents by the age of two. Despite such adversities, he emerged resilient, finding solace in athletics during his high school and college years. His athletic prowess earned him a football scholarship at Indiana University, which later transferred to Eastern Kentucky University. Majors' acting journey began in Los Angeles, where he initially took up roles in small productions. However, his breakthrough came in 1965 when he secured the role of Heath Barkley in the Western series The Big Valley. This role catapulted him to fame and established him as a promising actor in Hollywood. Majors' most iconic role came in the mid-1970s when he played Colonel Steve Austin in the science fiction television series The Six Million Dollar Man. The success of this show cemented his status as a household name and further pushed him into the limelight. Beyond his acting career, Majors has also lent his voice to several animated characters, thereby expanding his repertoire. Notably, he voiced Bigfoot in the animated series The Son of Bigfoot and Bigfoot Family. Majors' personal life has been as dynamic as his career, having been married four times. His marriage to fellow actress Farrah Fawcett in the 70s attracted substantial media attention. Throughout his career, Majors has demonstrated versatility and longevity, attributes that have earned him a place among the stalwarts of the entertainment industry. His life story serves as an inspiration, highlighting how one can rise above personal tragedies to achieve great success.
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