Richard Dawson
Actor
- Born
- November 20, 1932
- Died
- June 2, 2012 (age 79)
- From
- Gosport, Hampshire, England, UK
Richard Dawson (November 20, 1932 – June 2, 2012) was an English-American actor, comedian, game show panelist, and host. He is best known for his role as Corporal Peter Newkirk on Hogan's Heroes, being the original host of the Family Feud game show from 1976–1985 and from 1994 to 1995, and for being a regular panelist on the 1970s version of Match Game on CBS from 1973 to 1978. He is also famous…
Filmography (19)
Game Changers (2018)Self (archive footage)- Game Show Moments Gone BananasGame Show Moments Gone Bananas (2008)Self (archive footage)
The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s (2002)Self (archive footage)
Dors: The Other Diana (1990)
The Running Man (1987)Damon Killian
Dorothy Stratten: The Untold Story (1985)
Playboy's Roller Disco & Pajama Party (1979)
How to Pick Up Girls! (1978)Chandler Corey
US Against the World (1977)Self
The Gentleman Tramp (1976)(voice)
Treasure Island (1973)Long John Silver (voice)
Oliver and the Artful Dodger (1972)Sam 'Snipe' Sniperley / Furniture Man (voice)
The Devil's Brigade (1968)Pvt. Hugh MacDonald
Munster, Go Home! (1966)Joey
Out of Sight (1966)Agent (uncredited)
Bing Crosby Color Christmas Show (1965)Self/Newkirk
King Rat (1965)Weaver
Promises! Promises! (1963)(uncredited)
The Longest Day (1962)British Soldier (uncredited)