Born and raised in Piedmont, California, Stevenson first served his country in the Navy during the Korean War. Afterward, he studied English at UC Berkeley before pursuing acting — a path that would eventually lead him to stages, sets, and screens across Hollywood.
He was married to Barbara Keller, with whom he had two children, Charles III and Valerie. He was also married to the late agent Joy Stevenson, and together they had three sons: Catherine, Scott, and William.
Stevenson is survived by five children, eight grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
While he may not have always been the star of the show, Charles C. Stevenson Jr. embodied the kind of steady professionalism that keeps the entertainment industry running. For fans of Will & Grace and countless other series, he will remain that familiar, comforting presence — the face you recognize, even if you don’t immediately remember where from.
And sometimes, that kind of legacy speaks volumes.
