Raymond William Stacey Burr ( May 21 , 1917 -- September 12 , 1993 ) was a Canadian-American actor , primarily known for his title roles in the television dramas `` Perry Mason '' and `` Ironside '' .
Raymond William Stacey Burr ( May 21 , 1917 -- September 12 , 1993 ) was a Canadian actor and vintner , famous for his roles in the television dramas `` Perry Mason '' , for which he was awarded two Emmy Awards , and `` Ironside '' .