Although Bob Denver portrayed a bumbling, dim-witted character in "Gilligan's Island," the real man was caring and sweet.
Bob met his wife in a small play, and the two had a child after falling in love.
The actor eventually sacrificed his career so he could take care of his autistic son, ensuring the boy wouldn't have to go to an institution.
Bob Denver made a name for himself with the popular TV shows "Gilligan's Island" and "The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis." The actor portrayed the silly, bumbling goofball Gilligan in "Gilligan's Island," earning himself scores of fans with his portrayal of the dim-witted character.
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