Michael Gray, ‘Shazam!’ Actor, Dies at 75
Michael Gray, known for his role as Billy Batson in the 1970s TV series “Shazam!”, has died at the age of 75. He passed away on October 16 in Palm Desert, California, according to reports from October 22.
Terre Haute, IN, October 22, 2026 —
Michael Gray, who played Billy Batson in the 1970s television series Shazam!, has died at age 75, according to reports published October 22. He died October 16 in Palm Desert, California.
The information provided about Gray’s death identifies his age, the date and location, and his role in the television series. It does not include a cause of death or further details about the circumstances.
Gray was known for portraying Billy Batson, the character associated with the title of Shazam! The available information does not provide additional details about his career, personal life, or other projects. No statements from relatives, representatives, colleagues, or the production’s creators were included in the reports summarized here.
The reports were dated October 22, six days after the stated date of Gray’s death. The summary does not identify the outlets that reported the news, and no further information was provided about funeral arrangements or memorial plans.
With those details not available, the account of Gray’s death remains limited to the reporting date, his age, his death on October 16 in Palm Desert, and his best-known role as Billy Batson in the 1970s series. Further circumstances surrounding his death were not provided.
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