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Richard Dawson

Richard Dawson

Actor Nov 20 (died age 79) Gosport, Hampshire, England, UK 1950–2018 (68 year career)
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Biography

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 for, to date, his final film role, that of Damon Killian, the host of "The Running Man" in the hit 19…

Known For

The Longest Day
Film

The Longest Day

British Soldier (uncredited)
The Running Man
Film

The Running Man

Damon Killian
Hogan's Heroes
Film

Hogan's Heroes

Peter Newkirk
King Rat
Film

King Rat

Weaver
The Devil's Brigade
Film

The Devil's Brigade

Pvt. Hugh MacDonald
Munster, Go Home!
Film

Munster, Go Home!

Joey
Match Game
Film

Match Game

Self
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Film

Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In

Regular Performer

Filmography

Acting (41)

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