Ron Leibman

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Ron Leibman (born October 11, 1937) is an American Emmy Award- and Tony Award-winning actor.

Biography

Career

Leibman was a member of the Compass Players in the late 1950s. He has appeared in many films such as "Where's Poppa?", "The Hot Rock", "Slaughterhouse-Five", "The Super Cops", "Up the Academy", "Norma Rae", "Zorro, The Gay Blade", "Garden State", and "Rhinestone". He co-starred with second wife Jessica Walter in Neil Simon's play "Rumors". They also appeared together as husband and wife in the film "Dummy" and in the TV Series "Law & Order" in the episode, " [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0629302/ House Counsel] ."

He won an Emmy Award for his convict turned lawyer character in "Kaz" (1978 – 79), a series which he also created and co-wrote. Leibman also picked up a Tony Award for his work in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Angels in America". He is also widely known for his portrayal of Leonard Green, Rachel's overbearing father, on the sitcom "Friends". Leibman had a recurring role on "The Sopranos" as Dr. Plepler.

Personal life

Leibman was born in New York City, New York, the son of Grace (née Marks) and Murray Leibman, who worked in the garment business. [ [http://www.filmreference.com/film/31/Ron-Leibman.html Ron Leibman Biography (1937-) ] ] He graduated in 1958 from Ohio Wesleyan University. He has been married to actress Jessica Walter since 1983. He was previously married to actress Linda Lavin (1969-1981). He is currently the chair of the acting department at The New School for Drama in New York City.

References

External links

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* [http://www.newschool.edu/drama The New School for Drama]

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for "Timon of Athens"