Bob May, Original Lost In Space Robot Actor, Remembered on Birthday

The legacy of classic sci-fi and robot-themed entertainment continues to influence modern media in various forms. Bob May, the man inside the original Lost In Space robot suit, is remembered for his unique contribution to the 1960s series, embodying the character in all 83 episodes. Meanwhile, the revival and continuation of sci-fi franchises persist, as seen in Doctor Who’s uncertain future on Disney+, hinging on the reception of a new five-episode spinoff set to air in 2026. In addition, 1980s robot sci-fi like Roboforce, once a brief and obscure toy-based cartoon, has been revived with a new animated series streaming for free, blending nostalgia with a more mature tone under producer Brian Volk-Weiss and supported by Dwayne Johnson. Johnson himself also has a sci-fi connection, having appeared in Star Trek: Voyager early in his career, an experience showcased in his biographical series Young Rock. These examples demonstrate how past sci-fi properties and personalities continue to shape and reemerge within contemporary entertainment landscapes.