William Russ

William Russ

75 · Born: Oct 20, 1950

Personal Details

BornOct 20, 1950 Portsmouth, Virginia, USA

Biography

William Russ, a multifaceted individual with a profound impact on the world of entertainment, was born on October 20, 1950, in the picturesque city of Portsmouth, Virginia, USA. With a passion for the performing arts, Russ has made a name for himself as both an accomplished actor and director, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.

Throughout his illustrious career, Russ has appeared in a multitude of iconic projects, including the beloved coming-of-age sitcom Boy Meets World (1993),the critically acclaimed crime thriller Cruising (1980),and the gripping television series Wiseguy (1987).

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Russ is a devoted husband to the talented actress Clare Wren, with whom he shares a deep and abiding love. Together, they have been blessed with two precious children, who have undoubtedly brought immense joy and fulfillment to their lives.

As a family man and a devoted partner, Russ's personal life is a testament to the importance of love, commitment, and the unwavering support that can be found in the relationships we cultivate.

Career

2024
Founders Day
Founders Day as Mr. Jackson
2021
Keeping Company
Keeping Company as Glen Garrey
2020
The Maestro
The Maestro as Abe Herst
2018
Bosch
Bosch as Captain Garwood
2016
Olde E
Olde E as Sean Pennington
2015
Magic Hour
Magic Hour as Bruce Fox
2013
Jonestown
Jonestown as Leo Ryan
Drones
Drones as General Lawson
2012
2011
Green Guys
Green Guys as Peter Donnelly
A Fork in the Road
A Fork in the Road as Detective Ross
2003
Finding John Christmas
Finding John Christmas as Hank McAllister
2001
Blackout
Blackout as David Robbins
Buck Naked Arson
Buck Naked Arson as Ranger Joe Lightcap
1999
Replacing Dad
Replacing Dad as George Marsh
The Test of Love
The Test of Love as Mark Whitman
1998
1997
When Danger Follows You Home
When Danger Follows You Home as Det. Tyler Barnes
Night Sins
Night Sins as Sheriff Steiger
1993
Aspen Extreme
Aspen Extreme as Dave Ritchie
Boy Meets World
Boy Meets World as Alan Matthews
1992
Sexual Advances
Sexual Advances as Jack French
Traces of Red
Traces of Red as Michael Dobson
1991
Crazy from the Heart
Crazy from the Heart as Dewey Whitcomb
1990
A Promise to Keep
A Promise to Keep as Carl Goodrich
Pastime
Pastime as Roy Dean Bream
Capital News
Capital News as Redmond Dunne
1989
Disorganized Crime
Disorganized Crime as Nick Bartkowski
Nasty Boys
Nasty Boys as Ben Farlow
1988
1987
Dead of Winter
Dead of Winter as Rob Sweeney
Wiseguy
Wiseguy as Roger LoCocco
1986
Blood & Orchids
Blood & Orchids as Lloyd Murdoch
1985
Command 5
Command 5 as Smith
Beer
Beer as Merle Draggett
1984
Courage
Courage as Sonny
1983
The Right Stuff
The Right Stuff as Slick Goodlin
1982
Rehearsal for Murder
Rehearsal for Murder as Frank Heller
The Border
The Border as Jimbo
1981
1980
Cruising
Cruising as Paul Gaines
1979
1977