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David Kagen

b. 1948

American actor

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About David Kagen

Born 1948. David Kagen is an American actor and television actor.

David B. Yanowitz (born September 27, 1948)

Life and career Kagen was born in Somers Point, New Jersey, He began his stage career in the 1970s, appearing in stage plays such as Love Suicide and Family Business. He then began his screen career in 1980, appearing in the PBS science educational television series 3-2-1 Contact. In 1984, he played as Walter Simpkins in an episode of the NBC detective television series Riptide.

Later in his career, Kagen guest-starred in television programs including House, 21 Jump Street, Hill Street Blues, Star Trek: Enterprise and Diagnosis: Murder, and played the recurring role of Sergeant Sweeny in the ABC soap opera television series General Hospital. He also appeared in films such as Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives (as Sheriff Mike Garris), Hologram Man, Body Chemistry and The Annihilation of Fish.

Kagen retired from acting in 2015, last appearing in the film Intersection.

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Carnegie Mellon University

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People whose lives overlapped David Kagen's

Frequently asked questions

Who is David Kagen?

American actor

When was David Kagen born?

David Kagen was born on 27 September 1948 in Somers Point.

What is David Kagen's occupation?

David Kagen is an actor and television actor.

What nationality is David Kagen?

David Kagen is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Kagen

· Wikidata: Q5235815

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