Bradford Dillman
Actor in 'The Way We Were' and author
Born
April 14th, 1930
95 years ago
Died
2018
7 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1930, a prominent American actor and author gained recognition for roles in film and television. Played significant roles in movies such as 'The Way We Were' alongside Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford. Made guest appearances in various popular television series, including 'The Twilight Zone' and 'The Streets of San Francisco'. Author of several books, contributing to both the literary and entertainment fields. The career spanned multiple decades, establishing a solid presence in the industry.
Appeared in 'The Way We Were'
Guest-starred in 'The Streets of San Francisco'
Featured in 'The Twilight Zone'
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