Jordan Charney

Infobox actor

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Jordan Charney (born April 1, 1937, in New York City) is an American character actor.

Biographical Sketch

Many of his earliest roles were on daytime, with appearances in numerous soaps. He played Sam Lucas, a former convict who became a lawyer, in both "Another World" and its spin-off "Somerset", playing the role from 1967 to 1974. He also appeared as Lt. Vince Wolek #2 on "One Life to Live" (1975-1977). Other roles were on "Love of Life" and "All My Children".

Charney had a recurring role as Frank Angelino, Jack Tripper's boss, on "Three's Company" (1981-1983). He is often cast as a judge, attorney, prison warden, or police officer. He has made appearances on "Falcon Crest", "Dynasty", "Night Court" and "100 Centre Street", among many other series. He can also be seen in the recurring role of Judge Donald Karan on "Law & Order".

Charney has also appeared in such films as "The Hospital", "Ghostbusters", and "Network".

Charney, who is married to playwright Nancy Cooperstein, has most recently appeared Off-Broadway with Sabine Singh in "The Gold Standard" by Daniel Roberts.

External links

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