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Birth Place: Houston, TX, USA

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Robert Foxworth is an American actor with an extensive career in theater, film, and television. He was born on November 1, 1941, in Houston, Texas, and grew up in a family of lawyers. However, Foxworth's passion for acting led him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.



Foxworth began his acting career in the theater, performing in numerous productions on and off-Broadway. In 1969, he made his Broadway debut in the play "Henry IV, Part I," which earned him critical acclaim and opened doors for him in the industry. He went on to star in several other Broadway productions, including "The Crucible," "Love Letters," and "Judgment at Nuremberg."

In addition to his work on stage, Foxworth has also made a name for himself in film and television. He has appeared in numerous movies, including "Damien: Omen II," "The Black Marble," and "Prophecy." He has also made guest appearances on popular television shows like "The West Wing," "Law & Order," and "The Practice."

One of Foxworth's most notable roles on television was his portrayal of Chase Gioberti on the hit series "Falcon Crest." He played the character for six seasons and became a fan favorite. His performance earned him a Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Actor in a Leading Role.

Foxworth has also lent his voice to several animated series and video games. He has provided the voice for characters in shows like "Batman: The Animated Series" and "Justice League," as well as video games like "BioShock 2" and "Star Trek: Armada II."

Despite his success in film and television, Foxworth has never lost his love for the theater. He has continued to perform in stage productions throughout his career, including a 2006 production of "King Lear" at the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C.

In addition to his acting career, Foxworth is also an advocate for environmental causes. He has served on the board of directors for the Environmental Media Association and has been involved in numerous conservation efforts.

Foxworth has been married twice and has two children. His first marriage was to actress Marilyn McCormick, and his second marriage is to actress Stacey Thomas. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California.

In conclusion, Robert Foxworth is a talented actor with a diverse career in theater, film, and television. He has appeared in numerous productions on Broadway and has made a name for himself in Hollywood with his performances on popular TV shows and in movies. Despite his success, Foxworth remains committed to his passion for acting and continues to perform in stage productions. He is also an advocate for environmental causes and has been involved in numerous conservation efforts.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Mr. Raymond

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Juror #3 [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Colonel Parker

[Broadway]
1998
Gus

[Broadway]
1997
Count Matvyei Shabyelski

[Broadway]
1993
The Reverend James Mavor Morell

[Broadway]
1989
Andrew Makepiece Ladd III [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Scott

[Broadway]
1972
John Proctor

[Broadway]
1969
Chorus


Movies

Treasure of Matecumbe
[ 1976 ] Jim Burnie
Airport '77
[ 1977 ] Chambers
The Astral Factor
[ 1978 ] Lt. Charles Barrett
Damien: Omen II
[ 1978 ] Paul Buher
Prophecy
[ 1979 ] Rob
The Black Marble
[ 1980 ] Sgt. A.M. Valnikov
Beyond the Stars
[ 1989 ] Richard Michaels
Syriana
[ 2005 ] Tommy Barton
Transformers
[ 2007 ] Ratchet
Kiss the Bride
[ 2007 ] Wayne Woodson
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
[ 2009 ] Ratchet
Transformers: Dark of the Moon
[ 2011 ] Ratchet
Transformers: Age of Extinction
[ 2014 ] Ratchet

TV Shows

Babylon 5
General William Hague
Falcon Crest
Chase Gioberti
Justice League Unlimited
Professor Emil Hamilton
Law & Order
Dr. Frederick Barrett, Professor Charles Evans
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Dr. Lett, Ben Hadley
Men at Law
David Hansen
Six Feet Under
Dr. Bernard Chenowith
The F.B.I.
Greg Davidson, Toby Thomson, Paul Hale
The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest
Race Bannon, Vladimire Oistrakh
The Streets of San Francisco
Ted Cullen, Dennis Hailey

Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1972 - Performance

Robert Foxworth, The Crucible

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Robert Foxworth been in?

Robert Foxworth has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Robert Foxworth been in?

Robert Foxworth has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Robert Foxworth been nominated for?

and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Crucible.

What awards has Robert Foxworth won?

Robert Foxworth has won the Theatre World Award for his performance in The Crucible.

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