Graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts
He died only one day before Stephen Elliott, with whom he had appeared with the "Law & Order" (1990) episode "Law & Order: The Secret Sharers (#1.18)" (1991).
Idaho-born character actor known for his gruff, bossy roles especially on 70s TV.
Retired in 1991 following an appearance on "Law & Order" (1990).
Served in the U.S. Army during WWII.
Wore a toupee in most of his later roles. The exception was an episode of "Remington Steele" (1982) (TV series 1982-86) from "McCloud" (1970) producer Michael Gleason. Here, Cannon played a TV news anchor who only wore his toupee while broadcasting. The rest of the time, he gloried in his dome. The toupee showed up when it shouldn't have, solving the case.