G. Gordon Liddy was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “Miami Vice,” “Airwolf,” and “MacGyver.” He was also a notable figure in the Watergate scandal and had a complex career that spanned law enforcement and acting.
Personal and Family Life
G. Gordon Liddy was born on November 30, 1930, in Hoboken, New Jersey. He was educated by Benedictines and Jesuits, obtaining a B.S. degree from Fordham University and later graduating from Fordham Law School. Liddy married Frances Ann Purcell in 1957, and they had five children together. Four of their children served in the military, reflecting a family legacy of service.
Career Highlights
Liddy began his career in the FBI, quickly rising to become the youngest Bureau Supervisor at the national headquarters. After leaving the FBI, he became involved in Richard Nixon’s presidential campaign and was later connected to the Watergate scandal. Liddy was sentenced to prison for his involvement but served nearly five years before being released. He later became a well-known radio host, author, and actor, appearing in numerous films and TV shows.
Death and Legacy
G. Gordon Liddy passed away on March 30, 2021, from complications related to Parkinson’s disease. His complex personality and key role in American political history left a lasting impact. He was remembered for his intelligence, distinctive appearance, and controversial legacy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The U.S. vs. John Lennon | 2006-09-15 | Self |
| Camp Cucamonga | 1990-09-23 | Howard Sloan |
| Autumn Ritual | 1986-09-01 | Self |
| Adventures in Spying | 1992-12-06 | Al Dorn |
| Street Asylum | 1990-06-06 | Jim Miller |
| Super Force | 1990-09-22 | Teo Satori |
| Penn & Teller’s Invisible Thread | 1987-03-18 | Sargeant Rambo |
| Return Engagement | 1983-07-09 | Self |
| American Feud: A History of Conservatives and Liberals | 2008-10-20 | Self (archive footage) |
| Perry Mason: The Case of the Telltale Talk Show Host | 1993-05-21 | Clark Hunter |
| JFK to 9/11: Everything is a Rich Man’s Trick | 2014-11-19 | Self (archive footage) |
| The Secret File on J. Edgar Hoover | 1993-11-02 | Self |
| A Perfect Candidate | 1996-06-19 | Self |
| Rules of Engagement | 2000-04-07 | Talk Show Host (voice) |
| An American Bombing: The Road to April 19th | 2024-04-16 | Self (archive audio) |
| Miami Vice | 1984-09-16 | Capt. William ‘Mr. Real Estate’ Maynard |
| Airwolf | 1984-01-22 | Barkley Kase |
| LateLine | 1998-03-17 | G. Gordon Liddy |
| MacGyver | 1985-09-29 | Carl Strickland |
| The New Adventures of Beans Baxter | 1987-07-18 | G. Gordon Liddy |
| 18 Wheels of Justice | 2000-01-12 | Jacob Calder |
| The Highwayman | 1987-09-20 | Merrick |
| Apostrophes | 1975-01-10 | Self |