From Actor Feuds To Alcoholism: Behind The Scenes Of Wonder Woman

Richard Eastham

Actor Richard Eastham played the role of General Philip Blankenship for the first season of the show, when it was still set during WWII. The role was based on General Phil Darnell from the DC Comics universe. Since Eastham actually served four years in the U.S. Army during WWII, the role was a piece of cake.

Although his role on Wonder Woman was short-lived, Eastham had a prolific acting career, most notably for his stage acting and baritone voice. He is most recognized perhaps for his role as Harris Claibourne on Tombstone Territory. After retiring in 1991, Eastham lived to be 89 years old, succumbing to Alzheimer’s disease that took his life in July 2005.