Michael Gray, ‘Shazam!’ Actor, Dies at 75
Michael Gray, who starred as Billy Batson in the 1970s television series "Shazam!", has died at the age of 75. The actor passed away on October 16 in Palm Desert, California, reportedly from natural causes.
Lima, OH, October 22, 2026 —
Michael Gray, who played Billy Batson in the 1970s television series Shazam!, has died at 75. He died on October 16 in Palm Desert, California, reportedly from natural causes.
The information provided about Gray’s death does not specify when it was announced or identify who confirmed the details. It also does not include further information about the circumstances of his death. The cause has been described as natural causes, but no additional details were given.
Gray is identified in the available account through his role as Billy Batson on Shazam!, a television series from the 1970s. No other acting credits, biographical details or information about his life outside that role were provided, so those details cannot be confirmed here.
The account does not say whether Gray’s family has issued a statement, or whether funeral or memorial arrangements have been announced. It also provides no information about survivors. These details remain unspecified in the information available for this report.
Gray’s death marks the loss of the actor known for portraying Batson in the series. Beyond his age, the date and location of his death, and the reported cause, further details have not been provided.
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