Ned Wertimer Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
NED WERTIMER
Born: October 27, 1923 in Buffalo, New York
Died: January 02, 2013 in Los Angeles, California
Edward "Ned" Wertimer (October 27, 1923 – January 2, 2013) was an American character actor best known for his recurring role as Ralph the Doorman on the popular television sitcom "The Jeffersons." Born in Buffalo, New York, Wertimer's acting career spanned several decades, with appearances in numerous television shows and films.
After serving as a pilot in World War II, Wertimer earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He then decided to pursue an acting career, a decision that led him to significant success in the entertainment industry.
Wertimer started his acting career on Broadway, performing in various productions before transitioning to television. Over the years, he made guest appearances in a myriad of television series, including "Gunsmoke," "McMillan & Wife," and "Mork & Mindy." However, it was his portrayal of Ralph Hart, the money-hungry doorman in "The Jeffersons," that remains his most recognized and enduring role. He reprised this character for more than a decade, appearing in over 50 episodes between 1975 and 1985.
In addition to his work in television, Wertimer appeared in several films. His roles included supporting parts in features such as "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" and "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians."
After serving as a pilot in World War II, Wertimer earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He then decided to pursue an acting career, a decision that led him to significant success in the entertainment industry.
Wertimer started his acting career on Broadway, performing in various productions before transitioning to television. Over the years, he made guest appearances in a myriad of television series, including "Gunsmoke," "McMillan & Wife," and "Mork & Mindy." However, it was his portrayal of Ralph Hart, the money-hungry doorman in "The Jeffersons," that remains his most recognized and enduring role. He reprised this character for more than a decade, appearing in over 50 episodes between 1975 and 1985.
In addition to his work in television, Wertimer appeared in several films. His roles included supporting parts in features such as "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" and "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians."
1974-The-New-Temperatures-Rising-Show (Performer), 1951-The-Amos-'n-Andy-Show (Performer), 1985-Chiller (Performer), 1984-Simon-&-Simon (Performer), 1975-1984-The-Jeffersons (Performer), 1979-Mork-&-Mindy (Performer), 1975-Starsky-and-Hutch (Performer), 1975-At-Long-Last-Love (Performer), 1975-All-in-the-Family (Performer), 1971-The-Jimmy-Stewart-Show (Performer), 1969-That-Girl (Performer), 1969-Get-Smart (Performer), 2000-Truth-Behind-the-Sitcom-Scandals-4 (in person), 1993-Vicki! (in person), 2002-The-Practice (Performer), 1989-227 (Performer), 1978-1982-ABC-Weekend-Specials (Performer), 1978-WKRP-in-Cincinnati (Performer), 1975-Happy-Days (Performer), 1975-The-Strongest-Man-in-the-World (Performer), 1974-Sanford-and-Son (Performer), 1970-1974-Mary-Tyler-Moore (Performer), 1973-Love,-American-Style (Performer), 1973-You'll-Never-See-Me-Again (Performer), 1971-Ironside (Performer), 1971-The-Interns (Performer), 1969-Gunsmoke (Performer), 1969-The-Governor-&-J.J. (Performer), 1968-He-&-She (Performer), 1968-The-Second-Hundred-Years (Performer), 1956-The-Alcoa-Hour (Performer), 1970-C.C.-&-Company (Performer), 1978-Lassie:-A-New-b_eginning (Performer), 1950-Rocky-King,-Detective (Performer), 1981-Harper-Valley-P.T.A. (Performer), 1978-Kate-Bliss-and-the-Ticker-Tape-Kid (Performer), 1977-The-Pack (Performer), 1977-Welcome-Back,-Kotter (Performer), 1974-Mame (Performer), 1973-The-Snoop-Sisters (Performer), 1972-Bad-Company (Performer), 1972-The-New-Dick-Van-Dyke-Show (Performer), 1970-The-Good-Guys (Performer), 1969-Hogan's-Heroes (Performer), 1969-Some-Kind-of-a-Nut (Performer), 1968-Pinocchio (Performer), 1968-The-Impossible-Years (Performer), 1962-Car-54,-Where-Are-You (Performer), 2006-Living-in-TV-Land (in person), 2003-Intimate-Portrait (in person), 1977-Walt-Disney's-Wonderful-World-of-Color (Other), 2007-Pirates-of-the-Caribbean:-At-World's-End (Performer), 1979-Hometown-U.S.A. (Performer), 1975-Lucas-Tanner (Performer), 1972-1974-McMillan-&-Wife (Performer), 1973-A-Summer-Without-Boys (Performer), 1973-A-Touch-of-Grace (Performer), 1972-Second-Chance (Performer), 1970-The-Bold-Ones:-The-Lawyers (Performer), 1970-Mayberry-R.F.D. (Performer), 1968-1970-I-Dream-of-Jeannie (Performer), 1964-Santa-Claus-Conquers-the-Martians (Performer), 1958-Let's-Rock (Performer)
Theater Credits
The-Family-Way - Performer (January 13, 1965 - January 16, 1965), The-Disenchanted - Performer (December 3, 1958 - May 16, 1959), The-Live-Wire - Performer (August 17, 1950 - September 9, 1950), Texas,-Li'l-Darlin' - Performer (November 25, 1949 - September 9, 1950)
Style
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NED WERTIMER - ANNOTATED SCRIPT PAGE SIGNED - HFSID 39916Script page from "A House Divided" episode of The Jeffersons signed by Ned Wertimer in blue ink, stating: "Here's the whole 'kit and kiboddle' together for our 11th year/ Ned Wertimer". Includes cast and set list details.Price: $120.00
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NED WERTIMER - AUTOGRAPH ENVELOPE SIGNED - HFSID 39917Envelope signed by Ned Wertimer, featuring the autograph "N. Wertimer" in black ink. Addressed to "Mr. Todd Axelrod," this manila envelope highlights Wertimer's career as a notable television, stage, and film actor.
Price: $80.00
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NED WERTIMER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 39918Photograph features actor Ned Wertimer saluting as his character from The Jeffersons, signing in black ink with the inscription "My thanks from RALPH$/ Ned Wertimer". Wertimer is known for his role as Ralph Hart on the sitcom.
Price: $140.00
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NED WERTIMER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 39919Photograph signed by Ned Wertimer, portraying his character Ralph from The Jeffersons. The inscription reads "Much___ Ned Wertimer/ RALPH $", written in black ink. Wertimer is known for his role as a doorman on the sitcom.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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NED WERTIMER - PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED TWICE - HFSID 39920Photograph of Ned Wertimer shows him in a suit and tie, signing his name twice in black ink. It includes the inscription "Ned Wertimer/ that's NED WERTIMER". Wertimer is known for his role in The Jeffersons.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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THE JEFFERSONS TV CAST - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 343326Photograph signed by Marla Gibbs and Ned Wertimer, inscribed with "For Scott/much love/Marla Gibbs" and "Hi Scott! Ned Wertimer/ RALPH!". This black and white publicity photo is from the TV show The Jeffersons.
Price: $300.00
