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Peter Graves was a television actor, film actor and television director. Peter Graves was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States on March 18, 1926. Death is recorded on March 14, 2010, at the age of 83. Education on record includes Southwest High School and University of Minnesota. Recorded honors include Golden Plate Award (1970), star on Hollywood Walk of Fame, American Campaign Medal and 2 more.
My Take
Peter Graves had the rarest gift in television: gravitas you instantly trust. As Jim Phelps in Mission: Impossible, his calm authority anchored every impossible scheme, and that towering presence made him feel born for command. What delights me, though, is his willingness to send himself up in Airplane!, proving real seriousness can pivot into perfect deadpan comedy. A World War II veteran with a Walk of Fame star, he carried a quiet old-school dignity that's hard to find now. Brother to James Arness, he built his own distinct legacy. I respect actors who make steadiness compelling, and Graves did exactly that.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Peter Graves
- Name (Japanese)
- ピーター・グレイブス
- Reading
- ぴーたー・ぐれいぶす
- Born
- March 18, 1926 – March 14, 2010
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Pisces / Tiger
- Origin
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- Height
- 192 cm
- Occupation
- television actor / film actor / television director / actor / director
2. Background
- High school
- Southwest High School
- University
- University of Minnesota
Awards & achievements
- 1970 Golden Plate Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- American Campaign Medal
- World War II Victory Medal
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special
3. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | Mission: Impossible | — |
4. Links
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Peter Graves born?
Born March 18, 1926.
When did Peter Graves die?
Died March 14, 2010, aged 83.
Where was Peter Graves from?
Peter Graves was from Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
What did Peter Graves do?
Peter Graves worked as television actor, film actor, television director, actor, director.
How tall was Peter Graves?
Peter Graves was 192 cm.
What was Peter Graves known for?
Notable works include Mission: Impossible.
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