Today’s Jewish Birthday: Richard Belzer

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Richard Belzer, 2009 (Photo: Wikipedia)

Richard Belzer (August 4, 1944 – February 19, 2023) was an American actor, comedian, and author. He was best known for his role as BPD Detective, NYPD Detective/sergeant, and investigator John Munch, whom he portrayed for 23 years in the NBC police drama series Homicide: Life on the Street, Law & Order: Special Victims Unitand several guest appearances on other series.

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