Richard Anderson

Actor in 'The Six Million Dollar Man'

Richard Anderson - Actor in 'The Six Million Dollar Man'
Born

August 8th, 1926
99 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor and producer. Born in 1926, Anderson began his career in the 1940s. Gained widespread recognition for portraying Oscar Goldman in the television series 'The Six Million Dollar Man' and its spinoff 'The Bionic Woman'. Appeared in various film and television roles over decades, including performances in 'Forbidden Planet' and 'Perry Mason'. Transitioned into producing and continued to be active in the entertainment industry.

Portrayed Oscar Goldman in 'The Six Million Dollar Man'

Appeared in 'Forbidden Planet'

Featured in 'Perry Mason'

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