Roy Scheider
Roy Richard Scheider (November 10, 1932 — February 10, 2008) was an American actor and amateur boxer. Described by AllMovie as "one of the most unique and distinguished of all Hollywood actors", he gained fame for his leading and supporting roles in celebrated films from the 1970s through to the early to mid-1980s. He was nominated for two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award. His best-known roles include Chief Martin Brody in Jaws (1975) and its sequel Jaws 2 (1978); NYPD Detective "Cloudy" Russo in The French Connection (…
Known field
Acting
Total Movie Credited
91
Total TV Shows Credited
20
Gender
Male
Place of birth
Orange, New Jersey, USA
Birthdate
November 10, 1932
Death Date
February 10o 2008
Also known as
Roy R. Scheider
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