Robert Culp was an American actor, writer, and director, best known for his role as Kelly Robinson in the television series I Spy, which aired from 1965 to 1968. He was born on March 16, 1930, in Oakland, California, and had a successful career in both film and television, appearing in various shows and movies throughout the 1960s and 1970s. In addition to his acting career, Culp was also a talented writer and directed several episodes of I Spy. He worked alongside notable actors such as Bill Cosby, and his contributions to the entertainment industry earned him recognition and respect. Culp passed away on March 24, 2010.