[post_page_title]Alan Hale Jr. as The Skipper – Then[/post_page_title]
Capt. Jonas Grumby, otherwise known as The Skipper, was the owner and operator of S.S. Minnow before it got stranded on the island. He is a tough man who is always ready to take charge, while at the same time is known for having a big, warm heart.
The Skipper served on various ships during World War Two, and throughout the war he came in contact with various tribes, learning their culture, and even adopting their superstitions!
[post_page_title]Alan Hale Jr. – Deceased[/post_page_title]
Alan Hale Jr. was already quite a big supporting actor by the time he became a part of the Gilligan’s Island cast. Upon leaving the show, Hale took on roles in shows such as The Love Boat, Here Come the Brides, The Wild Wild West, Crazy Like a Fox, and many others.
He also opened up a lobster restaurant in Los Angeles as well as a travel agency. Sadly, Alan Hale Jr. passed away in 1990 as a result of Thymus cancer.
