Matt Frewer
Actor known for 'Max Headroom'
An actor and voice artist, recognized for roles in film and television. Gained fame for portraying the character Max Headroom in the television series and film of the same name. Featured in the series 'The Stand' and appeared in 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: The TV Show'. Also known for voice work in animated series like 'The Real Ghostbusters' and 'Transformers: Prime'.
Portrayed Max Headroom in the series 'Max Headroom'
Appeared in 'The Stand' television miniseries
Provided voice for characters in 'Transformers: Prime'
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