Quick Facts
Born:
1930-12-13
Birthplace:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Credits:
82 Total Roles
Robert Prosky
Acting
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Biography
Robert Prosky (born Robert Joseph Porzuczek, December 13, 1930 – December 8, 2008) was an American actor. He became a well-known supporting actor in the 1980s with his roles in Thief (1981), Christine (1983), The Natural (1984), and Broadcast News (1987).
Prosky's other notable movies include Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990), Hoffa (1992), Mrs. Doubtfire (1993), Last Action Hero (1993), Rudy (1993), Miracle on 34th Street (1994), Dead Man Walking (1995), and Mad City (1997). His most notable television role was of Sgt. Stan Jablonski on the TV police drama Hill Street Blues.
Prosky's other notable movies include Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990), Hoffa (1992), Mrs. Doubtfire (1993), Last Action Hero (1993), Rudy (1993), Miracle on 34th Street (1994), Dead Man Walking (1995), and Mad City (1997). His most notable television role was of Sgt. Stan Jablonski on the TV police drama Hill Street Blues.
Known For
Mrs. Doubtfire
Mr. Lundy
Last Action Hero
Nick
Gremlins 2: The New Batch
Grandpa Fred
Christine
Will Darnell
Dead Man Walking
Hilton Barber
Far and Away
Daniel Christie
Miracle on 34th Street
Judge Henry Harper
ER
Wayne Rutley
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | The Skeptic MOVIE | Father Wymond |
| 2007 | The Valley of Light MOVIE | Hoke |
| 2006 | The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays MOVIE | Andrey Botvinnik (segment "A Walk in the Woods") |
| 2005 | Suits on the Loose MOVIE | Bishop Hollister |
| 2003 | K Street TV | Tommy's Dad |
| 2002 | Death to Smoochy: Bloopers & Outtakes MOVIE | Self |
| 2002 | Death to Smoochy: Behind the Scenes Documentary MOVIE | Self |
| 2002 | NBC 75th Anniversary Special MOVIE | Self |
| 2002 | Death to Smoochy MOVIE | Network Chairman (uncredited) |
| 2002 | D-Tox MOVIE | McKenzie |