Darren McGavin
Darren McGavin (born William Lyle Richardson; May 7, 1922 – February 25, 2006) was an American actor best known for playing the title role in the television horror series Kolchak: The Night Stalker and his portrayal of the grumpy father given to bursts of profanity in the film A Christmas Story. He appeared as the tough-talking, funny detective in the 1950s television series Mickey Spillane's Mike Hammer. From 1959-1961, McGavin starred in the NBC western series Riverboat, first with Burt Reynolds and then with Noah Beery, Jr. Description abo…
Known field
Acting
Total Movie Credited
85
Total TV Shows Credited
85
Gender
Male
Place of birth
Spokane, Washington, U.S.
Birthdate
May 7, 1922
Death Date
February 25o 2006
Also known as
W. Lyle Richardson
William Lyle Richardson