Gilligan's Island Star Russell Johnson Had Difficulties Adjusting To His Fame

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• Johnson, who played the Professor, found the sudden fame from Gilligan's Island 'bewildering' and 'uncomfortable' - the actor preferred a quieter life away from the public eye.
• Despite the show's enduring popularity, Johnson revealed the role typecast him and limited his acting opportunities, leaving him frustrated with the show's long-term impact on his career.