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Ron Leibman

Ron Leibman (born October 11, 1937) is an American Emmy Award- and Tony Award-winning actor.

Biography

Leibman was a member of the Compass Players in the late 1950s. He has appeared in many films such as Where's Poppa?, The Hot Rock, Slaughterhouse-Five, The Super Cops, Up the Academy, Norma Rae, Zorro, The Gay Blade, Garden State, and Rhinestone. He co-starred with second wife Jessica Walter in Neil Simon's play Rumors. They also appeared together as husband and wife in the film Dummy and in the TV Series Law & Order in the episode, "House Counsel."

He won an Emmy Award for his convict turned lawyer character in Kaz (197879), a series which he also created and co-wrote. Leibman also picked up a Tony Award for his work in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Angels in America. He is also widely known for his portrayal of Leonard Green, Rachel's overbearing father, on the sitcom Friends. Leibman had a recurring role on The Sopranos as Dr. Plepler.

Personal life

Leibman was born in New York City, New York, the son of Grace (née Marks) and Murray Leibman, who worked in the garment business. He graduated in 1958 from Ohio Wesleyan University. He has been married to actress Jessica Walter since 1983. He was previously married to actress Linda Lavin (1969-1981).

References

  1. Ron Leibman Biography (1937-)

External links


Template:S-awards
Preceded byBrian Bedford
for Two Shakespearean Actors
Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play
1992-1993
for Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes
Succeeded byBrian Bedford
for Timon of Athens


Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
1954–1975
1976–2000
2001–present
Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Play
1947–1975
1976–2000
2001–present
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