Actor. He is fondly remembered for playing 'Anchorman Jim Dial' in the TV situation comedy "Murphy Brown." During the series' run, he received an Emmy Award nomination for the role. He got his start professionally with the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre before his performances in the off-Broadway play "All In Love" (1961). He made his Broadway debut in the production "Cop-Out" (1969) and went on to distinguish himself in Musical "Company" (1970 to 1972) which earned him a Tony Award nomination. He received a Drama Desk Award nomination for his performances in the play "Sunday in the Park with George" (1984). He was married to actress Beth Howland from 2002 until her death.
Actor. He is fondly remembered for playing 'Anchorman Jim Dial' in the TV situation comedy "Murphy Brown." During the series' run, he received an Emmy Award nomination for the role. He got his start professionally with the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre before his performances in the off-Broadway play "All In Love" (1961). He made his Broadway debut in the production "Cop-Out" (1969) and went on to distinguish himself in Musical "Company" (1970 to 1972) which earned him a Tony Award nomination. He received a Drama Desk Award nomination for his performances in the play "Sunday in the Park with George" (1984). He was married to actress Beth Howland from 2002 until her death.
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