| Who is it? | Actor, Writer, Miscellaneous Crew |
| Birth Day | December 25, 1939 |
| Birth Place | Midwest City, Oklahoma, United States |
| Age | 81 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | January 1, 2003(2003-01-01) (aged 63)\nHollywood Hills, Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
| Resting place | Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery in Sand Springs, Oklahoma |
| Other names | Royce Applegate |
| Occupation | Actors, screenwriter, author |
| Years active | 1969 – 2003 |
| Spouse(s) | Norma Applegate (1958-1969) (Divorced) |
Royce D. Applegate, a multi-talented individual known as an actor, writer, and miscellaneous crew member in the United States, is estimated to have a net worth ranging from $100,000 to $1 million in 2024. With his various professional roles, Applegate has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry. Whether it be his performances on-screen, his creative writing endeavors, or his behind-the-scenes expertise, Applegate's work has undoubtedly garnered him financial success. As he continues to excel in his career, his net worth is expected to grow, reflecting the impact and versatility he brings to the world of entertainment.
In 1985 Applegate played family man-turned-kidnapper Donald Brown, a father who kidnaps Sam McKinney (Danny Cooksey) in order to replace his own dead son, on the premiere episodes of Diff'rent Strokes final season (when it moved from NBC to ABC).
Applegate portrayed Confederate General James L. Kemper in two Ronald F. Maxwell movies, Gettysburg (1993) and Gods and Generals (2003).
On New Year's Day 2003, Applegate died in his Hollywood Hills home in a fire just one week after his 63rd birthday.
