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Bruce Weitz

b. 1943

American actor

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About Bruce Weitz

Born 1943. Bruce Weitz is an American actor, television actor and film actor, known for Hill Street Blues.

Bruce Peter Weitz (born May 27, 1943) is an American actor, best known for his role as Sgt. Michael "Mick" Belker in the TV series Hill Street Blues, which ran from 1981 until 1987. For his role in the series, he received six nominations for Emmy Awards and two for Golden Globe Awards, winning the 1984 Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. He is also known for playing Stuart Caley, MSNBC boss, in Deep Impact.

Biography Weitz was born on May 27, 1943, in Norwalk, Connecticut, the son of Sybil (née Rubel), a homemaker, and Joseph Weitz, who owned a liquor store.

Weitz appeared in the films Deep Impact, Weitz has been married to Vivian Davis since 1986; they have one son. In 2001, Weitz was named honorary mayor of Reseda, Los Angeles.

Selected filmography

Television

Film

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Important facts

Born
27 May 1943, Norwalk
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Actor, television actor, film actor
Nationality
United States
Known for
Hill Street Blues
Education
Ransom Everglades School
Positions held
Mayor of a place in California
Awards
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
Also known as
Bruce Peter Weitz

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Bruce Weitz?

American actor

When was Bruce Weitz born?

Bruce Weitz was born on 27 May 1943 in Norwalk.

What is Bruce Weitz's occupation?

Bruce Weitz is an actor, television actor and film actor.

What is Bruce Weitz known for?

Bruce Weitz is known for Hill Street Blues.

What nationality is Bruce Weitz?

Bruce Weitz is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bruce Weitz

· Wikidata: Q1278666

· DBpedia: Bruce Weitz

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