Richard Dawson

Richard Dawson

Richard Dawson (November 20, 1932 – June 2, 2012) was an English-American actor, comedian, game show panelist, and host. He is best known for his role as Corporal Peter Newkirk on Hogan's Heroes, being the original host of the Family Feud game show from 1976–1985 and from 1994 to 1995, and for being a regular panelist on the 1970s version of Match Game on CBS from 1973 to 1978. He is also famous...

Known For

The Running Man

as Damon Killian

The Devil's Brigade

as Pvt. Hugh MacDonald

King Rat

as Weaver

Cast Credits

The Running Man

as Damon Killian

How to Pick Up Girls!

as Chandler Corey

Treasure Island

as Long John Silver (voice)

Oliver and the Artful Dodger

as Sam 'Snipe' Sniperley / Furniture Man (voice)

The Devil's Brigade

as Pvt. Hugh MacDonald

Out of Sight

as Agent (uncredited)

King Rat

as Weaver

Promises! Promises!

as (uncredited)

The Longest Day

as British Soldier (uncredited)