Laurence Luckinbill
Actor and playwright with 'Lone Star' fame
Born
November 21st, 1934
90 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor, director, and playwright with a career spanning several decades. Gained recognition for the portrayal of both dramatic and comedic roles on stage and in television. Contributed significantly to theater as a playwright, with works including 'Lone Star' and 'The Last Resort.' Appeared in various television series including 'The Streets of San Francisco' and 'Star Trek: The Next Generation.' Directed numerous theater productions and engaged in various forms of acting across media.
Wrote and directed 'Lone Star'
Appeared in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'
Acted in 'The Streets of San Francisco'
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