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Richard Branda

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Richard Branda
Born
Richard James Branda

(1935-08-28)August 28, 1935
DiedJanuary 7, 1993(1993-01-07) (aged 57)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
OccupationActor
Years active1954-1987
SpouseEileen Friedman (1965-1993)
Children3

Richard James Branda (August 28, 1935 – January 7, 1993) was an American actor and writer. He appeared in numerous plays, films and TV series throughout the 1950s to the 1980s.[1]

Biography

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Branda was born in Jefferson County, Texas in 1935, the youngest of five brothers. After serving for two years as a theatrical director in the Armed Forces, his acting career began at the Stratford Festival in 1961, performing in shows like The Great White Hope or Dr. Faustus.[1]

He appeared in TV series like Baretta, McMillan & Wife, Tabitha and Quincy, M.E. among others.[1]

He also acted in films such as Lilith, The French Connection, Death Wish, Two-Minute Warning.[1]

Personal life

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Branda was married to Eileen Friedman, whom he had three daughters, Jennifer, Leslie and Allison.[1]

Death

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Branda died of colon cancer in Los Angeles on January 7, 1993. He was buried at Eden Memorial Park Cemetery.[1]

Selected filmography

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Film

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Television

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f "Richard Branda". Variety. 1993-01-22. Archived from the original on 2018-01-23.
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