- Platt's death was originally reported as a heart attack at age 58. However, one of his sons confirmed that Platt committed suicide in 1974 after two previous attempts while suffering from an undiagnosed and untreated depression that was further sparked by financial troubles. It is also said that Platt's Get Smart (1965) co-star, Don Adams, knew the real cause of death.
- Best remembered by the public for his starring role as the CONTROL Chief in Get Smart (1965).
- Had one daughter by his first wife; two sons and a daughter by second wife Suzanne.
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