Gary Burghoff, best known for his role as Radar in the hit series M*A*S*H, recently celebrated his 80th birthday. From a young and lovable character on the screen, he has now become a hardly recognizable grandfather. Let’s take a look at Gary’s journey after leaving the show and his bond with his son Miles.

When Gary decided to leave M*A*S*H, many fans were left devastated. He felt he wasn’t being given the credit he deserved. However, the real reason behind his decision was his personal life. Issues with his wife at the time, Janet Gayle, played a significant role in Gary’s departure. Together, they had a daughter named Gena who was born in 1975.

After leaving the show, Gary received a $4 million offer to return, which would have made him the highest-paid actor at the time. But he made the conscious choice to prioritize spending time with his family and old friends.

In 1985, Gary married Elizabeth Bolstrom, his second wife. The couple had two children, Miles and Jordan. Miles recently became a father, making Gary a grandfather for the first time in his life. The joyous occasion was shared on social media, where Miles posted pictures of his wife’s pregnancy and their beautiful daughter, Rylee Elisabeth Burghoff.

Gary and Miles share a close bond, even though Miles didn’t follow in his father’s footsteps as an actor. Their shared love for fishing brought them together. Gary has been a mentor and partner to Miles in the world of fishing, and with his guidance, Miles pursued a professional fishing career.

Fishing holds a special place in Gary’s heart. In 1977, when he won the Best Supporting Actor award in a Comedy Series, he couldn’t attend the event because he was out fishing. That’s how important fishing is to this father-son duo.

Gary’s impact on his fans goes beyond his acting career. He has shown his support for good causes, such as donating to the GoFundMe campaign for those affected by the California fires. Many of his followers remember him from their childhood watching M*A*S*H and appreciate the joy and laughter he brought to their lives.

As Gary continues his journey through life, we wish him all the happiness and fulfillment he deserves. Happy 80th Birthday, Gary Burghoff!

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