Gerry Becker

Gerry Becker (April 11, 1951 – April 13, 2019) was an American theatre, film, and television actor. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Becker studied for the priesthood with Jesuits before pursuing a career in acting. He earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Missouri and a master's degree in theatre from Saint Louis University. Becker was associated with Remains Theatre and Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago. He had notable roles in Bernard Slade's Romantic Comedy and Jules Feiffer's Grown Ups. Becker's performances were characterized by his ability to portray complex and flawed characters. He made significant contributions to the entertainment industry throughout his career.