Richard Thomas

Richard Thomas

74 · Born: Jun 13, 1951

Personal Details

BornJun 13, 1951 New York City, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Georgiana Bischoff

    ( Nov 20, 1994 to Nov 30, 2025 )
  • Alma Gonzales

    ( Feb 14, 1975 to Jun 22, 1993 )
Parents
  • Barbara (Fallis)
  • Richard Scott Thomas
Relatives
  • Bronwyn Thomas (Sibling)

Biography

Richard Earl Thomas is a renowned American actor, widely recognized for his outstanding portrayal of John-Boy Walton, the protagonist in the CBS drama series The Waltons, for which he received immense acclaim, including two Emmy Award nominations and two Golden Globe Award nominations.

Throughout his illustrious career, Thomas has demonstrated his versatility as a performer by taking on diverse roles in various mediums. One of his most notable performances was in the 1990 television mini-series adaptation of Stephen King's iconic horror novel It, which showcased his ability to tackle complex and challenging characters.

In addition to his work in television, Thomas has also made a significant impact in the world of film and theater. His most recent notable role was as Special Agent Frank Gaad on FX's critically acclaimed spy thriller series The Americans, which further solidified his reputation as a talented and dedicated actor.

Throughout his extensive career, Richard Earl Thomas has consistently demonstrated his ability to bring characters to life with depth, nuance, and passion, earning him widespread recognition and respect within the entertainment industry.

Career

2022
Ozark
Ozark as Nathan Davis
The Unforgivable
The Unforgivable as Michael Malcolm
2020
The Comey Rule
The Comey Rule as Chuck Rosenberg
2018
The Price for Silence
The Price for Silence as Richard Davenport
2015
The Americans
The Americans as Frank Gaad
2008
2006
2005
Annie's Point
Annie's Point as Richard Eason
2002
Anna's Dream
Anna's Dream as Rod Morgan
2001
The Miracle of the Cards
The Miracle of the Cards as Dr. Neal Kassell
2000
Wonder Boys
Wonder Boys as Walter Gaskell
The Christmas Secret
The Christmas Secret as Jerry McNeil
1998
Big and Hairy
Big and Hairy as Victor Dewlap
1997
A Walton Easter
A Walton Easter as John-Boy Walton
Flood: A River's Rampage
Flood: A River's Rampage as Herb Dellenbach
A Thousand Men and a Baby
A Thousand Men and a Baby as Dr. Hugh Bud Keenan
1996
What Love Sees
What Love Sees as Gordon Holly
Timepiece
Timepiece as Richard Evans
1995
The Invaders
The Invaders as Jerry Thayer
Death in Small Doses
Death in Small Doses as Richard Lyon
The Christmas Box
The Christmas Box as Richard Evans
A Walton Wedding
A Walton Wedding as John-Boy Walton
1994
1993
Linda
Linda as Paul Cowley
Stalking Laura
Stalking Laura as Richard Farley
Precious Victims
Precious Victims as Don Weber
1992
Lincoln
Lincoln as John Hay (voice)
Common Ground
Common Ground as Colin Diver
It
It as Bill Denbrough
1989
Glory! Glory!
Glory! Glory! as Rev. Bobby Joe
1988
Go Toward the Light
Go Toward the Light as Greg Madison
1985
Final Jeopardy
Final Jeopardy as Marty Campbell
1984
Hobson's Choice
Hobson's Choice as Will Mossup
1982
Barefoot in the Park
Barefoot in the Park as Paul Bratter
Johnny Belinda
Johnny Belinda as William Richmond
American Playhouse
American Playhouse as Kenneth Talley Jr.
1981
Berlin Tunnel 21
Berlin Tunnel 21 as Sandy Mueller
No Other Love
No Other Love as Andrew Madison
1977
1976
The Waltons
The Waltons as John Walton Jr.
1974
The Red Badge of Courage
The Red Badge of Courage as Pvt. Henry Fleming
1971
Cactus in the Snow
Cactus in the Snow as Harley MacIntosh
Red Sky at Morning
Red Sky at Morning as Joshua Arnold
1969
Winning
Winning as Charley
1959