Dan Hedaya is a prolific actor who has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry, with a career spanning multiple mediums and genres. Despite often portraying villains on screen, he has also showcased his comedic chops in notable roles, such as the charismatic and sly Nick Tortelli, Carla's ex-husband, in the popular television show "Cheers" (1982) and its short-lived spin-off "The Tortellis" (1987).
In addition to his television work, Hedaya has also had a successful career in theater, appearing in numerous productions on and off Broadway. One notable stage performance was opposite Sigourney Weaver in "The Conjuring an Event" at the American Place Theater. His Broadway credits include roles in "The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel" and a range of productions with the New York Shakespeare Festival.
With a career spanning decades, Dan Hedaya has established himself as a talented and versatile actor, with a wide range of credits to his name in both film and theater.