Dolph Sweet

Adolphus Jean Sweet (July 18, 1920 – May 8, 1985) was an American actor credited with nearly 60 television and film roles and more than 50 roles in stage productions, including performances on Broadway. He often played policemen throughout his career, and may be best known for his portrayal of police chief and father Carl Kanisky on the sitcom Gimme a Break! From 1981 until his death in May 1985.

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LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE · S5, E14

The Godsister

Charles and Jonathan take a job on a telephone crew that is working in southern Minnesota, which requires them to be away from home for several weeks. As they gain success and earn more money than expected, they must decide if the job is worth keeping for the long term. Back in Walnut Grove, little Carrie, who misses her father and craves attention, creates an imaginary friend to pass the time.
TAXI · S1, E6

The Great Line

John seeks the gang's advice for a foolproof line to pick up a pretty girl.
HART TO HART · S2, E7

Murder In Paradise

At a Hawaiian croquet tournament, Jonathan and Jennifer stumble into a nest of spies competing for a list of Russian agents.
HILL STREET BLUES · S1, E11

Life, Death, Eternity, Etc.

Furillo jeopardizes his promotion with an investigation that may tie the death of a 15-year-old prostitute to a local councilman, and LaRue tries to fund his proposed "saloondromat."
HILL STREET BLUES · S1, E10

Gatorbait

As rumor circulates on the Hill that Furillo will be promoted to division commander, LaRue and Washington decide to liven up the precinct’s annual search for alligators in the city sewers.