William Katt

William Katt

74 · Born: Feb 16, 1951

Personal Details

BornFeb 16, 1951 Los Angeles, California, USA
Spouse
  • Danielle Amy Hirsch

    ( Apr 10, 1993 to Dec 10, 2025 )
  • Deborah Ann Kahane

    ( Jul 22, 1979 to May 9, 1986 )
Parents
  • Barbara Hale
  • Bill Williams
Relatives
  • Barbara Willa Johanna 'Jody' Katt (Sibling)
  • Juanita Lauralee Katt (Sibling)

Biography

William Katt, a renowned actor and director, was born William Theodore Katt in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, USA. As the son of accomplished actress Barbara Hale and actor Bill Williams, he was destined for a life in the spotlight.

With a career spanning multiple decades, Katt has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry, boasting an impressive repertoire of film and television credits. His notable roles include appearances in the iconic 1978 film "Big Wednesday", the popular 1981 television series "The Greatest American Hero", and the cult classic 1976 horror film "Carrie".

In addition to his work in front of the camera, Katt has also ventured into directing, with credits including the 2007 science fiction film "The Man from Earth". His dedication to his craft has earned him widespread recognition and admiration within the industry.

In his personal life, Katt has been married twice. His current marriage to Danielle Hirsch, which began on April 10, 1993, has resulted in the birth of two children. Prior to his current union, he was married to Deborah Kahane.

Throughout his life and career, William Katt has remained a talented and versatile figure in the world of entertainment, captivating audiences with his performances and leaving a lasting impact on the industry.

Career

2022
Pursuit
Pursuit as Taye Biggs
2021
Overrun
Overrun as Detective Ed Dobbs
The 2nd
The 2nd as Senator Bob Jeffers
2018
The Other Side of the Wind
The Other Side of the Wind as Man in Bathroom Stall
2015
Subterranea
Subterranea as Mockenrue
2014
2013
Sparks
Sparks as Matanza
.357
.357 as Smalls
Paranormal Movie
Paranormal Movie as Houseguest Bill
2012
Sweetwater
Sweetwater as Dean Taylor
Earthling
Earthling as Ryan Donnelly
Mirrors 2
Mirrors 2 as Jack Matheson
Super
Super as Sgt. Fitzgibbon
2009
Deadland
Deadland as Shiv
Beautiful Loser
Beautiful Loser as Father Hume
2008
Big Game
Big Game as Dave
Bone Eater
Bone Eater as Dr. Boombas
2006
Gamers
Gamers as Reese's Boss
2005
Mystery Woman
Mystery Woman as Donald Fiske
River's End
River's End as Ed Kennedy
2003
Descendant
Descendant as Dr. Tom Murray
2002
Snake Island
Snake Island as Malcolm Page
Gentle Ben
Gentle Ben as Gittis Malone
2001
Circuit
Circuit as Gino
2000
1999
Jawbreaker
Jawbreaker as Mr. Purr
1998
Catch Me If You Can
Catch Me If You Can as Jean Benoit
Rough Riders
Rough Riders as Edward Marshall
1996
Rattled
Rattled as Paul Donohue
Daddy's Girl
Daddy's Girl as Don Mitchell
1995
American Cop
American Cop as Dr. Dell Davis
Piranha
Piranha as Paul Grogan
1994
Stranger by Night
Stranger by Night as Troy Rooney
Tollbooth
Tollbooth as Waggy
1993
Distant Cousins
Distant Cousins as Richard Sullivan
1992
House IV
House IV as Roger Cobb
1991
Last Call
Last Call as Paul Avery
Good Sports
Good Sports as Nick Calder
1990
Naked Obsession
Naked Obsession as Franklyn Carlysle
Wedding Band
Wedding Band as Marshall Roman
1989
Swimsuit
Swimsuit as Brian
White Ghost
White Ghost as Steve Shepard
House
House as Roger Cobb
Perry Mason Returns
Perry Mason Returns as Paul Drake Jr.
1984
Faerie Tale Theatre
Faerie Tale Theatre as The Flower Prince
1982
The Rainmaker
The Rainmaker as Jimmy Curry
1978
Big Wednesday
Big Wednesday as Jack Barlow
1977
First Love
First Love as Elgin Smith
1976
Carrie
Carrie as Tommy Ross
1971
The Trackers
The Trackers as Davey Paxton
The Late Liz
The Late Liz as Peter Addams (as Bill Katt)
The Failing of Raymond
The Failing of Raymond as Harold (uncredited)
1970
Night Chase
Night Chase as Marine Private
2003
Descendant
Descendant as Screenplay
2005
River's End
River's End as Director
2000
Clean and Narrow
Clean and Narrow as Director, Writer