Andrew Harold Rubin (June 22, 1946 – October 5, 2015) was an American actor most known for his role of George Martin in the 1984 film Police Academy.
Early years Rubin was born June 22, 1946, in New Bedford, Massachusetts to Jewish parents. His father, Simon Rubin, owned a furniture and bedding factory and his mother, Leona ( Greenstone), was an artist and international travel writer. He graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.
Television According to his obituary, Rubin began appearing in commercials in the late 1960s. He had a role in the television series Shazam! on the episode titled "The Boy Who Said 'No'", which aired October 26, 1974. He was one of the stars of Hometown, a 1985 CBS program.McNeil, Alex (1996). Total Television. Penguin Books USA, Inc. . pg. 387.
Rubin originated the role of Allan Willis, the son of Tom and Helen Willis, on The Jeffersons. He introduced the character in a single episode guest appearance ("Jenny's Low") during the first season. The character reappeared as a regular for Season 5 with a new actor in the role, Jay Hammer.
Death On October 5, 2015, Rubin died of lung cancer in Los Angeles, California.
Filmography Year Title Role Notes1973 Group Marriage Andy Rubin 1975 Cage Without a Key Russo TV movie1978 Casey's Shadow Buddy Bourdelle 1979 Sunnyside Eddie Reaper 1980 Little Miss Marker Carter 1980 Roughnecks George Harris TV movie1983 Tell Me That You Love Me Ronny 1984 Police Academy Cadet George Martín 1986 Joe Bash Off. Willie Smith TV series1988 Deadline: Madrid Jonathan Taylor TV movie
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