Richard Gilliland

Richard Gilliland

Deceased · Born: Jan 23, 1950 · Died: Mar 18, 2021

Personal Details

BornJan 23, 1950 Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Spouse
  • Jean Smart

    ( Jun 7, 1987 to Mar 18, 2021 )
  • Lindsay Harrison

    ( Mar 30, 1975 to Dec 21, 1984 )

Biography

Richard Gilliland, a talented individual, came into this world on January 23, 1950, in the vibrant city of Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America.

As a multifaceted personality, Richard pursued a career in acting, leaving an indelible mark on the industry with his notable performances in films such as Airplane II: The Sequel, released in 1982, as well as Designing Women, a popular television series that premiered in 1986, and CBS Summer Playhouse, a summer programming block that aired in 1987.

In his personal life, Richard was married twice, first to the accomplished actress Jean Smart, and later to Lindsay Harrison. His romantic relationships were a testament to his capacity for love and commitment.

Sadly, Richard Gilliland's life came to an abrupt end on March 18, 2021, in Los Angeles, California, United States of America, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain generations to come.

Career

2020
Case 347
Case 347 as Gustaf Berchum
2014
2003
Audrey's Rain
Audrey's Rain as Terry Lloyd
2002
Vampire Clan
Vampire Clan as Sgt. Ben Odom
Home Room
Home Room as Mr. Cartwright
1997
Two Small Voices
Two Small Voices as Louis McClennon
Star Kid
Star Kid as Roland Griffith
1996
Playing Dangerous 2
Playing Dangerous 2 as Jack Harrison
Dog Watch
Dog Watch as Orlanser
1993
Not in My Family
Not in My Family as Tom Worth
1991
1990
1989
Heartland
Heartland as Tom Stafford
1987
Happy Hour
Happy Hour as Blakely
1986
Acceptable Risks
Acceptable Risks as David Kohler
Designing Women
Designing Women as J.D. Shackleford
1985
1982
A Wedding on Walton's Mountain
A Wedding on Walton's Mountain as Arlington Wescott 'Jonesy' Jones III
A Day for Thanks on Walton's Mountain
A Day for Thanks on Walton's Mountain as Arlington 'Jonesy' Wescott Jones III
1978
Little Women
Little Women as Theodore 'Laurie' Laurence
1977
The White Buffalo
The White Buffalo as Corporal Kileen
1976
McMillan & Wife
McMillan & Wife as Sgt. Steve DiMaggio
1975
Bug
Bug as Gerald Metbaum
1974