One of television's most enduring stars, Dwayne Hickman began his diversified career at six with his film debut in "The Grapes of Wrath." As a teen, he worked opposite Bob Cummings, honing his comedic skills under the watchful eyes of George Burns and Jack Benny. Five years later, he landed the starring role in "The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis," where he became the hero and spokesman for today's Baby Boomers.

After "Dobie Gillis," Hickman resumed his film career, starring in several teen movies including, "How to Stuff a Wild Bikini" with Annette Funicello and "Ski Party" with Frankie Avalon. He also starred in the Academy Award winning classic, "Cat Ballou" with Jane Fonda and Lee Marvin. Along with guest appearances on episodic television, Hickman performed on stage, touring the country in productions of "Barefoot in the Park," "Star Spangled Girl" and "6 Rms Riv Vu."

In the 1970s, after a brief stint as Entertainment Director at Howard Hughes' Landmark Hotel in Las Vegas, Hickman returned to television, joining the corporate ranks as a network executive with CBS. For 10 years, he supervised such hits as "Maude," "M*A*S*H" and "Designing Women." Later, he left the network to star and produce the CBS Movie of the Week, "Bring Me the Head of Dobie Gillis." He met his future wife, actress/writer Joan Roberts, when she was co-starring in the CBS series, "Pvt. Benjamin." They were married in 1983.

In addition to acting and directing, Hickman along with wife Joan co-authored his autobiography, "Forever Dobie - The Many Lives of Dwayne Hickman." Their proudest production is their son, Albert Thomas Hickman, born in 1992.

Multifaceted, Hickman is also a critically-acclaimed fine artist, painting in oils. His original works and limited edition prints are sold in galleries across the country including Gallery One in Mentor OH. His artwork has been featured on Good Morning America and in USA TODAY and is collected by notables including DBL Realtors, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills; Clint Eastwood's Mission Ranch Hotel, Inns By the Sea, Inc. and the Delaware State News Corporation.