Howard Hesseman

Acting

Howard Hesseman

Born February 27, 1940 · Lebanon, Oregon, USA

Died January 29, 2022 · aged 81

Howard Hesseman (February 27, 1940 – January 29, 2022) was an American actor known for his television roles as burned out disc jockey Dr. Johnny Fever on WKRP in Cincinnati, and the lead role of history teacher Charlie Moore on Head of the Class. He appeared regularly on television and in film from the 1970s to 2010s, with other noteworthy roles including Sam Royer (the husband of lead character A…

Known For

The RockerThe Rocker · 2008
The Rocker
★ 6.12008
MovieComedyMusic
In the 1980s, a drummer is abandoned by his band just before they become rock superstars. Twenty years later, the drummer sees his second chance at stardom arise when he is asked to perform with his teenage nephew's high school rock band.
Halloween IIHalloween II · 2009
Halloween II
★ 5.32009
MovieHorror
Laurie Strode struggles to come to terms with her brother Michael's deadly return to Haddonfield, Illinois. Meanwhile, Michael prepares for another reunion with his sister.
About SchmidtAbout Schmidt · 2002
About Schmidt
★ 6.92002
MovieDramaComedy
A recently retired man embarks on a journey to his estranged daughter's wedding, only to discover more about himself and life than he ever expected.
ClueClue · 1985
Clue
★ 7.21985
MovieComedyCrime
Clue finds six colorful dinner guests gathered at the mansion of their host, Mr. Boddy -- who turns up dead after his secret is exposed: He was blackmailing all of them. With the killer among them, the guests and Boddy's chatty butler must suss out the culprit before the body count rises.
Police Academy 2: Their First AssignmentPolice Academy 2: Their First Assignment · 1985
Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment
★ 6.11985
MovieComedyCrime
Officer Carey Mahoney and his cohorts have finally graduated from the Police Academy and are about to hit the streets on their first assignment. Question is, are they ready to do battle with a band of graffiti-tagging terrorists? Time will tell, but don't sell short this cheerful band of doltish boys in blue.
All About SteveAll About Steve · 2009
All About Steve
★ 5.02009
MovieComedy
After one short blind date, Mary Horowitz, a brilliant and eccentric crossword constructor, is convinced that Steve, a CCN cameraman, is her soul mate. Because his job takes him hither and yon, she crisscrosses the country following Steve, with the encouragement of a reporter, turning up at media events he's at to convince him they are perfect for each other. Along the way, she befriends an assortment of misfits who accept her for who she is, leading her to reassess her reasons for this strange journey.
This Is Spinal TapThis Is Spinal Tap · 1984
This Is Spinal Tap
★ 7.41984
MovieComedyMusic
"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real.
ShampooShampoo · 1975
Shampoo
★ 6.01975
MovieComedyDrama
On Election Day, 1968, irresponsible hairdresser and ladies' man George Roundy is too busy cutting hair and dealing with his girlfriends and mistress Felicia Karpf, whose husband Lester is having an affair with his ex-girlfriend Jackie.

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