Ritch Brinkley

PersonBorn Mar 18, 1944 (age 82)

American character actor

Jun 5, 2026

Ritch Brinkley

Ritch Brinkley (March 18, 1944 – November 5, 2015) was an American character actor known for his appearances in over 50 films and television programs. Throughout his three-decade-long career, he showcased his talent in various roles. Brinkley is most recognized for playing William in Beauty and the Beast and cameraman Carl Wishnitski on Murphy Brown. Additionally, he made notable contributions to films like Cabin Boy (1994) and Breakdown. Sadly, Brinkley passed away on November 5, 2015, at the age of 71. His work left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, and he will be remembered for his dedication and skill.

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Ritch Brinkley ranks #46,781 most popular person with a Buzz Score of 0.0. Ritch Brinkley peaked at #38,914 of all time (Jan 15 - Feb 13, 2025). Ritch Brinkley ranks #29,069 over the past 365 days.

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0.1

#38,914Overall rank

Jan 15 - Feb 13, 2025

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Twin Peaks

D.A. Daryl Lodwick · 2 ep · 1990 – 2017

4.3

Sabrina, the Teenage Witch

Fifty-Year-Old Man · 1 ep · 1996 – 2003

0.9

Murphy Brown

Carl Wishnitski · 10 ep · 1988 – 1998

0.4

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The Man with One Red Shoe

Hulse · 1985

0.2

Cabin Boy

Captain Graybar · 1994

Owl Wagon Manager · 1991

0.1

Ruby

Attorney Howard · 1992

0.1

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