Born Eugene Klass to the Jewish family in New York City, New York, he exhibited early skills with his singing & violin playing. He appeared in Broadway in Catherine was Great in 1944. He adopted his professional name in honor of John Barrymore.

An early film role was in the 1953 production of The War of the Worlds. He performs the cameo role in the 2005 Steven Spielberg adaption of the film.

Known for his suave manner, Barry starred in television in Our Miss Brooks, Bat Masterson, The Name of the Game and ''Burke's Law. He won a 1965 Golden Globe for Burke's Law''.

Barry has appeared inside the total of films, television show, & stage shows. His married woman of Sixty years, Betty Clair Kalb, died within 2003. He has ii sons, Michael & Frederick, & the girl, Elizabeth.

For his contribution to survive theater, Gene Barry has the star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6555 Hollywood Blvd.