Bill Rafferty was an American actor who is best known for Mad City, Nash Bridges, and Texas. He was born on June 17, 1944, in Queens, New York, and passed away on August 11, 2012, in San Rafael, California.
Personal and Family Life
Bill Rafferty was married to Regina Miletic from May 25, 1968, until his death. Together they had three children. Prior to his acting career, he served as a military police officer in the U.S. Army and worked as a butcher.
Career
Before becoming a well-known actor and comedian, Bill hosted the show “Retired & Wired” on the Retirement Living TV network. His career in entertainment saw him in various roles, gaining recognition for his performances on television.
Death and Legacy
Bill Rafferty died on August 11, 2012, due to congestive heart failure at the age of 68. Just five months before his passing, his friend Rich Jeffries, with whom he had worked on the show “Blockbusters” in the 1980s, also died. Following his death, it remains unclear whether his body was interred or lost at sea.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Nash Bridges | 1996-03-29 | |
| Card Sharks | 1978-04-24 |