Michael Murphy

American actor known for 'Annie Hall'

Michael Murphy - American actor known for 'Annie Hall'
Born

May 5th, 1938
87 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor participated in film, television, and theater. Significant roles included contributions to 'Annie Hall' and 'The Right Stuff'. Appeared in various television series throughout the 1970s and 1980s, including 'The Twilight Zone' and 'The Rockford Files'. Competed in the acclaimed performance landscape of New York's off-Broadway scene. Recognized for both comedic and dramatic roles, showing versatility across genres.

Appeared in 'Annie Hall'

Featured in 'The Right Stuff'

Performed in 'The Twilight Zone'

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