Robert Blake (born Michael James Gubitosi; 1933–2023) was an American actor whose nearly 80-year career spanned from childhood stardom in the shorts to an Emmy-winning television career, ultimately ending in one of Hollywood's most notorious murder trials. Career Overview
: Blake is perhaps best known for his role as Detective Tony Baretta in the series Baretta (1975–1978), which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award. Robert Blake
Blake was one of the few child actors to successfully transition into a mature adult performer. Robert Blake (born Michael James Gubitosi; 1933–2023) was
: He gained critical acclaim for his "stunning" portrayal of real-life killer Perry Smith in the 1967 film In Cold Blood . Robert Blake (born Michael James Gubitosi