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Gilligan's Island was one of those classic sitcoms everyone seemed to love. It was set around five passengers, a patron, and a first assistant who set out to do a "three-hour tour." Unfortunately, the boat wrecked and they got stuck on an island. The show starred Bob Denver (Gilligan), Alan Hale Jr. (The Skipper), Jim Backus (Thurston Howell III), Natalie Schafer (Lovey Howell), Russell Johnson (The Professor), Tina Louise (Ginger), and Dawn Wells (Mary Ann). Learn more about their careers after the show ended. Bob Denver (Gilligan) He played the lovable and often gullible Gilligan. He was also well-known for The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis, The Good Guys, and Dusty's Trail. Bob also played Gilligan or himself as a guest star in many series over the years. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2005 at the age of 70 from pneumonia. RELATED: 'Gilligan's Island' Star Dawn Wells Seeks Help In Paying For Hospitalization Bills Alan Hale Jr. (The Skipper) He played Captain Jonas Grumby, mainly called The Skipper. He was the owner and captain of the boat and was very tough, but had a soft side. After the popularity of the show, he opened up a restaurant in Los Angeles called The Lobster Barrel. He was also a guest star on many shows and died in 1990 after battling cancer. He was 68. Jim Backus (Thurston Howell III) He played a rich man that realized that he couldn't use his money to get off the island. He is also known for voicing the character Mr. Magoo. Jim also appeared in Rebel Without a Cause, playing James Dean's character's father. He also starred in Don't Bother to Knock with Marilyn Monroe. He also died of pneumonia in 1989 at the age of 76. Read onto the NEXT page for more about the cast of Gilligan's Island! Natalie Schafer (Lovey Howell) She played Thurston's wife, who depended on his money. She started her career on Broadway and later moved to films. Natalie appeared as a guest star on many shows after Gilligan's Island including Mayberry RFD and The Brady Bunch. She also died from cancer at the age of 90 in 1991. Tina Louise (Ginger) She played the movie star Ginger and was always ready to entertain the other passengers. She did not appear in any of the Gilligan's Island spin-offs and sequels. Tina is still a working actress and most recently appears in the film Tapestry with Stephen Baldwin. Russell Johnson (The Professor) He played a high school science teacher. Later, he appeared in Dynasty, Beyond Westworld, and The Jeffersons. Sadly, he also died in 2014 from kidney disease. He was 89 years old. Dawn Wells (Mary Ann) She played the sweet girl who gave advice to everyone and cooked great meals with what she had. Later she appeared in some movies and shows but also had a successful theatrical career. She now teaches acting and runs a clothing line for people with disabilities called Wishing Wells Collections. Want to re-watch Gilligan's Island? Click here to purchase the entire series and movie on Amazon. Here at DoYouRemember? we ensure our readers are delivered the best content and products. If you make a purchase through one of our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

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