Edward Mulhare, a renowned Irish television leading man, left an indelible mark on the industry from 1956 to 1995. Born on April 8, 1923, at 22 Quaker Road, Cork City, County Cork, Ireland, Mulhare was educated by the Irish Christian Brothers and initially intended to pursue a career in medicine. However, his fascination with acting led him to abandon his medical aspirations.
Mulhare's early acting career was marked by performances in various Irish venues, including The Gate Theatre in Dublin. He later moved to London, where he collaborated with esteemed thespians Orson Welles and John Gielgud. His most notable stage role was as Professor Higgins in the original Broadway production of My Fair Lady, taking over from Rex Harrison in 1957.
Mulhare made his television debut in 1956, starring in a production of The Adventures of Robin Hood. He is, however, most famous for his leading roles in two television series: The Ghost & Mrs. Muir and Knight Rider. The latter series, which aired in the 1980s and included a 1991 TV movie, saw Mulhare play the character of Devon Miles. He also made numerous guest appearances on other programs, including an episode of the original Battlestar Galactica.
In the mid-1980s, Mulhare hosted the television series Secrets of the Unknown, which explored the supernatural aspects of historical events. The show, set within a fictional, isolated castle, featured Mulhare as the host and guide. The series examined a range of subjects, including the RMS Titanic, Amelia Earhart, the rigid airship Hindenburg, dreams and nightmares, Stonehenge, the pyramids, ghosts, volcanoes, life after death, UFOs, and others. The show employed a unique blend of pre-recorded interviews with guests, period-dressed actors, and elaborate sets to bring the subject matter to life.
Mulhare's filmography includes notable roles in Megaforce and Out to Sea. His final role was in the 1997 television series Baywatch Nights, which reunited him with his former Knight Rider co-star David Hasselhoff.
