Richard Masur
American actor and director, 'The Thing'
Born
November 20th, 1948
76 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An accomplished actor and director with a prolific career in film and television. Gained prominence in the 1980s with performances in multiple significant films and TV series. Featured in the horror classic 'The Thing' directed by John Carpenter. Also held a notable role in the television series 'Room 222'. Later directed various television episodes along with acting roles, showcasing versatility in both acting and directing. Remained active in the industry across several decades, contributing to various projects in entertainment, including work with the Screen Actors Guild.
Performed in 'The Thing' (1982)
Starred in 'Room 222' (1969-1974)
Directed episodes of 'The McNulty File'
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