Barry Gordon

Actor and Voice Artist; SAG President

Barry Gordon - Actor and Voice Artist; SAG President
Born

December 21st, 1948
76 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor and voice artist gained prominence through numerous television roles and animated characters. Served as the longest-serving president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1988 to 1995. Acted in the series 'The Sid Caesar Show' and provided the voice for various animated characters including 'Chip' from 'Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers'.

Served as the longest-serving president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1988 to 1995

Voiced characters in 'Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers'

Appeared in 'The Sid Caesar Show'

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