Robert Urich

Robert Michael Urich (December 19, 1946 – April 16, 2002) was an American film, television, and stage actor, and television producer. He starred in a record 15 television series throughout his 30-year career. Urich began his television career in the early 1970s, with guest roles and short-lived series appearances. In 1975, he gained recognition for his co-starring role in the action/crime drama series S.W.A.T. He achieved further success as the lead role of Dan Tanna in the crime drama series Vega$, which aired from 1978 to 1981. Urich also had notable film appearances including Magnum Force (1973), The Ice Pirates (1984), and Turk 182 (1985).More