Robert Urich
Biography
Robert Urich was an American actor and television producer who starred in a record 15 series across a 30-year career. Brought up in Toronto, Ohio, he moved into television in the early 1970s and, after guest spots, took the role of Officer Jim Street in the crime drama S.W.A.T. in 1975. He became known as private detective Dan Tanna in Vega$, which ran from 1978 to 1981 and earned him two Golden Globe nominations, then played the title part in Spenser: For Hire from 1985 to 1988. His feature work included Turk 182 (1985), The Ice Pirates (1984) and Magnum Force (1973). He hosted National Geographic Explorer, earning a CableACE Award, and in 1993 received an Emmy for his narration of a nature documentary. In 2000 he made his Broadway debut in Chicago. He died in 2002.
55years old at death
- Born Toronto
- Died Thousand Oaks
- Star sign: SagittariusThe sign runs November 22 to December 21
- Robert Michael Urich (birth name)
Movie Career
- Films
- 10
- Career span
- 29 years1973 to 2002
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Behind the award
In 1993, Urich received an Emmy for his narration of a nature documentary. He said on The Late Show with David Letterman that he had no idea he was nominated or had won, and the award arrived at his home by FedEx.
First role
In 2000, Urich first appeared on Broadway, playing Billy Flynn in the musical Chicago. He had also starred in the musical's North American tour in 1999 and 2000.
Big break
Urich was cast in S.W.A.T. after Burt Reynolds convinced executive producer Aaron Spelling to let him read for the part, and Spelling was impressed and cast him as Officer Jim Street.
Big break
After Urich acted in a Chicago production of The Rainmaker alongside Burt Reynolds, Reynolds told him to head to Los Angeles for more acting work, so Urich decided to pursue acting full-time.
Robert Urich movies on Netflix
Best known for
The films on Netflix they are best known for, with the part played in each.
Worked with
Robert Urich made one film with each of them. Pick a number on the chart or a name in the list to see the films they share.
Films together
John Carradine's page
Ron Perlman's page
Clint Eastwood's page
Paul Sorvino's page
Harry Carey Jr.'s page
Anjelica Huston's page
All films by Ted Post
Stewart RaffillDirector, 1 film, 1984
All films by Stewart Raffill
Bob ClarkDirector, 1 film, 1985
All films by Bob Clark
Awards
One award and honor.
| Year | Award | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other honors | |||
| Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | Honored | ||
Online
Official profiles and reference pages.