Richard Portnow
Acting
Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Richard Portnow (born January 26, 1947) is a prolific American character actor who played Howard Stern's father, Ben in the movie Private Parts. He has appeared on The Sopranos and many other films, video games, and television shows such as Hannah Montana and Boston Legal.
Born: January 26, 1947
Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Known For
The Sopranos
The story of New Jersey-based Italian-American mobster Tony Soprano and the difficulties he faces as he tries to balance the conflicting requirements of his home life and the criminal organization he heads. Those difficulties are often highlighted through his ongoing professional relationship with psychiatrist Jennifer Melfi. The show features Tony's family members and Mafia associates in prominent roles and story arcs, most notably his wife Carmela and his cousin and protégé Christopher Moltisanti.
The Sopranos
The story of New Jersey-based Italian-American mobster Tony Soprano and the difficulties he faces as he tries to balance the conflicting requirements of his home life and the criminal organization he heads. Those difficulties are often highlighted through his ongoing professional relationship with psychiatrist Jennifer Melfi. The show features Tony's family members and Mafia associates in prominent roles and story arcs, most notably his wife Carmela and his cousin and protégé Christopher Moltisanti.
Se7en
Two homicide detectives are on a desperate hunt for a serial killer whose crimes are based on the "seven deadly sins" in this dark and haunting film that takes viewers from the tortured remains of one victim to the next. The seasoned Det. Somerset researches each sin in an effort to get inside the killer's mind, while his novice partner, Mills, scoffs at his efforts to unravel the case.
The Mentalist
Patrick Jane, a former celebrity psychic medium, uses his razor sharp skills of observation and expertise at "reading" people to solve serious crimes with the California Bureau of Investigation.
Grimm
After Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt discovers he's descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as "Grimms," he increasingly finds his responsibilities as a detective at odds with his new responsibilities as a Grimm.
Boy Meets World
The coming of age events and everyday life-lessons of Cory Matthews, a Philadelphian who grows up from a young boy to a married man.
Seinfeld
A stand-up comedian and his three offbeat friends weather the pitfalls and payoffs of life in New York City in the '90s. It's a show about nothing.
Suits
While running from a drug deal gone bad, Mike Ross, a brilliant young college-dropout, slips into a job interview with one of New York City's best legal closers, Harvey Specter. Tired of cookie-cutter law school grads, Harvey takes a gamble by hiring Mike on the spot after he recognizes his raw talent and photographic memory.
Grey's Anatomy
Follows the personal and professional lives of a group of doctors at Seattle's Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
Shameless
Chicagoan Frank Gallagher is the proud single dad of six smart, industrious, independent kids, who without him would be... perhaps better off. When Frank's not at the bar spending what little money they have, he's passed out on the floor. But the kids have found ways to grow up in spite of him. They may not be like any family you know, but they make no apologies for being exactly who they are.
Filmography
as Oscar Golden
as Judge Colton P. Davidson
as Justice William Douglas
as Walter Winchell
as Self
as Pat Reed
as Benny
as Charles Margrey
as Shamus Trout
as Tim Neuman
as Mayor William Hale Thompson
as Walt
as Louis B. Mayer
as Detective Jones
as Jason Pure
as Bernie Sharkey
as John Handon II
as Detective Archer
as Barney Balaban
as Eddie Eichorn
as Lorenzo
as Dan
as Leo Brenner
as Daniel Troyer
as Pete Kreeling
as Richard Kohl
as Johnny Boxcars
as Creed's Attorney
as Sen. Sidney Vidalin
as Lenny
as Walter
as Bill Reynolds
as Judge Ben Margovski
as Guy from 4 K
as Mitch Savner
as Jack
as Milt Boyle
as Carmello Conforte
as Donenfeld
as Head Administrator
as Phil
as Minister of Autumn (voice)
as Ed Thorton
as Narron
as Teddy Jick
as Elliot
as Sergeant
as Marty Kline
as Max Novardis
as Jerry Kaminski
as Mayor Ed Koch
as Saul Schmitt
as Minks
as Judge Peter Harding
as Vinnie Black
as Oscar Anderson (2008)
as Lester Colette
as Manny Caldarelo
as Manny Caldarello
as Toupee Jay
as Jim Wright
as Lieutenant Shatkin
as Arnold Zigman
as Harry Prince
as Tommy Matolla
as Agent Cicarelli
as Trip
as Nicky Kaplan
as Niko
as Handsome Frank
as AAG Charles Novotny
as Vincent Lo Russo
as Arnie D'Angelo
as Charboneau
as Attorney Melvoin
as Harold 'Mel' Melvoin
as Dr. Nicolas Brink
as Lieutenant Parker
as Adm. Le Clair
as Wine Colored Tuxedo
as Producer
as Marvin Helm
as Jack Shelby
as Al
as Anthony Moreno
as Brackett's Agent
as Ben Stern
as Frank Collero
as Mr. Paterno
as M. Clay Thrasher
as Sibby Lonegro
as Dr. Beardsley
as Monaghan
as Joey Renda
as Gerald Parsley
as Roy
as Detective Vorkopich
as Leo Greco
as Det. Dryden
as Robert L. Ripley
as Phillipe
as Stan
as Leon
as Disturbing Caller
as Barry Barker
as Kaplan
as Max Marco
as Jack Malkov
as Irving Rothbart - LaRue's Attorney
as Vic
as Marty Rollins
as Arthur
as Willy
as Ammunition Company Representative (uncredited)
as Al - the Tux Salesman
as Milt, Recording Studio
as Detective Mastrionotti
as Mel Luster (voice)
as Dave Barrett
as Captain Salazar
as Mike MacClaney
as Uncle Luke
as Roy
as Dr. Debner
as Mr. Crabneck
as Ray
as Spiros
as D.A. Ed Jablonski
as Agent Stewart
as Vincent
as Chop Shop Owner
as Harry
as Kellog
as Dan 'The Man' Levitan
as Mr. Lessig
as Harry Long
as Ruben
as Billy Einhorn
as Nicky
as Carly
as Sy
as Agent
as Frankie Ce De Baca
as Police Lieutenant
as Detective
as Party Guest
as Walter Pell
as Lt. Walt Murphy
as Curtis
as Bartender
as Walter Winchell