Richard Treat Williams Jr. (December 1, 1951 – June 12, 2023) was an American actor, whose career on stage and in film and television spanned five decades. He received many accolades for his work, including nominations for three Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and an Independent Spirit Award. Williams began his career on Broadway, portraying Danny Zuko in the original run of Grease (1972). After supporting roles in the films
The Ritz and
The Eagle Has Landed (both 1976), he rose to fame with starring roles in Miloš Forman's film version of the musical
Hair and in Steven Spielberg's historical comedy
1941, both released in 1979. He received further acclaim for his performance in the Sidney Lumet crime drama
Prince of the City (1981). He appeared in many other films throughout his career, both in leading and supporting roles, including
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