Timothy Bottoms
American actor in 'The Last Picture Show'
Born
August 30th, 1951
74 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor gained recognition for appearances in film and television. Featured prominently in the 1971 film 'The Last Picture Show', the performance received critical acclaim and established a foothold in Hollywood. Subsequent roles in various productions included parts in television shows such as 'The World's Greatest Athlete' and 'Goodnight, Beantown'. Throughout the career, participated in numerous projects across genres, showcasing versatility as an artist.
Starred in 'The Last Picture Show'
Appeared in 'The World's Greatest Athlete'
Featured in 'Goodnight, Beantown'
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