About Tony Swartz
Lived 1943 – 2016 (aged 73). Tony Swartz was an American actor and television actor.
Tony Swartz (born September 24, 1943, in Iowa as Russell Anthony Swartz; died September 27, 2016, in Missouri) was an American actor whose roles include Flight Sergeant Jolly on the original Battlestar Galactica television series.
Swartz appeared in episodes of The Golden Girls, Kojak and The Invisible Man television series, as well as in a number of television movies.
Swartz worked on a number of documentary and promotional films.
In addition to acting, his roles in television and film production included working as a location scout, and as a driver.
Married to Helen Blume, his daughter is Kathryn Swartz.
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Who was Tony Swartz?
American actor (1943-2016)
When was Tony Swartz born?
Tony Swartz was born on 24 September 1943.
When did Tony Swartz die?
Tony Swartz died on 27 September 2016.
What was Tony Swartz's occupation?
Tony Swartz was an actor and television actor.
What nationality was Tony Swartz?
Tony Swartz was American.
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