Richard Jaeckel
American actor in film and television
Born
October 10th, 1926
99 years ago
Died
June 14th, 1997
28 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Active in the entertainment industry from the mid-1940s, an actor appeared in numerous films and television series. Notable roles included performances in 'The Dirty Dozen' and 'Sometimes a Great Notion.' Television appearances included significant roles in series such as 'Combat!' and 'The Bionic Woman.' Throughout a long career, gained recognition for versatility in various genres and held a prominent place in the film landscape.
Appeared in 'The Dirty Dozen'
Played a key role in 'Sometimes a Great Notion'
Starred in the television series 'Combat!'
Featured in 'The Bionic Woman'
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