Richard Masur, born on November twentieth, nineteen forty-eight, is a distinguished American character actor whose career spans over four decades and includes appearances in more than forty films. His versatility as an actor has allowed him to take on a variety of roles, making him a familiar face in both television and film.
Masur gained significant recognition for his portrayal of David Kane on the beloved sitcom One Day at a Time from nineteen seventy-five to nineteen seventy-six. He also captivated audiences as Nick Lobo on Rhoda from nineteen seventy-four to nineteen seventy-seven. His film credits include a memorable performance as Clark in John Carpenter's The Thing, released in nineteen eighty-two, and as adult Stanley Uris in the acclaimed miniseries It in nineteen ninety.
In addition to his acting career, Masur has made notable contributions to the industry as a politician and trade unionist. He served two terms as president of the Screen Actors Guild from nineteen ninety-five to nineteen ninety-nine, advocating for the rights and welfare of actors.
More recently, he appeared as Edward L. L. Moore on the popular series Younger from twenty sixteen to twenty eighteen, further solidifying his status as a respected figure in the entertainment world.