Don DeFore

This gentleman received a star for his work in television. It is located near the southwest corner of Hollywood and Highland. Living from 1913 to 1993, DeFore made a name for himself, first in film, then on television. Hailing from Iowa, he moved to Los Angeles and spent three years at the Pasadena Playhouse perfecting his craft. He went on to perform in various live productions the numerous films. Best known for his role as the friendly neighbor "Thorny" on "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet," DeFore was nominated for a Primetime Emmy. The awards show for which he later served as president. DeFore ran a restaurant for 5 years in Frontierland, Disney. He was a Republican Delegate in 1980. He co-wrote a book with his daughter about her time working with orphans in Korea and he was appointed by President Reagan as a Peace Corps Advisor. He was also a 33rd degree Freemason, whatever that means.