Matt Landers was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “Die Hard,” “48 Hrs.,” and “Ray’s Male Heterosexual Dance Hall.” He was born Matthew Maurice Landers on October 21, 1952, in Utica, New York, and he passed away on March 12, 2015, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Matt Landers graduated from Notre Dame High School and studied at the Boston Conservatory of Music. He was married to Murphy Cross from October 31, 1982, until his death, and together they had two daughters named Lily Kivlen Landers and Fiona Kathleen Landers. He began his acting career in 1969 at the Surflight Summer Theater in New Jersey and appeared in his first Equity performance as Jesus in “Godspell.”
Career
Matt made his Broadway debut as the first replacement in the role of Sonny in “Grease” at the Royale Theater. He received a nomination for a New York Drama Desk Award for his performance in Studs Terkel’s “Working” in 1982. In television, he portrayed Pinkerton in “The George Carlin Show” and appeared in various other series throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
Matt Landers died on March 12, 2015, after battling cancer. His contributions to both theater and film are remembered by his fans and peers, and he left behind a legacy as a talented actor who made a mark in both comedic and dramatic roles.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 48 Hrs. | 1982-12-07 | Bob |
| Ricochet | 1991-10-04 | Chief Floyd |
| 용가리 | 1999-07-17 | Maj. Gen. Don ‘Boom Boom’ Howell |
| Nowhere Land | 1998-01-01 | Jay |
| Die Hard | 1988-07-15 | Captain Mitchell |
| Flashdance | 1983-04-14 | Mawby’s Regular |
| Down Periscope | 1996-03-01 | Orlando XO |
| Action Jackson | 1988-02-12 | Desk Sgt. #1 |
| Valet Girls | 1987-01-01 | Danny |
| Daughter of the Streets | 1990-02-26 | Thomas |
| Fright Night Part 2 | 1988-04-07 | Mel |
| Working | 1982-04-13 | Fireman |
| Commando | 1985-10-03 | Fred |
| The Prime Gig | 2001-04-24 | Bank Manager |
| Ray’s Male Heterosexual Dance Hall | 1987-11-27 | Ray Pindally |
| Brewster’s Millions | 1985-05-22 | Journalist at Rally |
| Maybe Baby | 1988-12-05 | Bruce |
| seaQuest DSV | 1993-09-12 | Dinato |
| ER | 1994-09-19 | Mr. Travels |
| Family Matters | 1989-09-22 | Robber |
| Law & Order | 1990-09-13 | Lieutenant Snyder |
| Superman: The Animated Series | 1996-09-06 | Robber (voice) |
| Batman: The Animated Series | 1992-09-05 | Frankie (voice) |
| The New Batman Adventures | 1997-09-13 | Gang Leader (voice) |
| Quantum Leap | 1989-03-26 | Richard |
| Night Court | 1984-01-04 | Courier |
| Law & Order: Criminal Intent | 2001-09-30 | Dr. Miller |
| Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | 1999-09-20 | Glen Portney |
| Charlie Grace | 1995-09-14 | Potts |
| The Flash | 1990-09-20 | Harry Milgrim |
| Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventures | 1992-06-28 | Captain Logan / Chet Logan |
| On Our Own | 1994-09-13 | Mr. Dayton |
| Jesse | 1998-09-24 | Security Guard |
| Dear John | 1988-10-06 | Father |
| Shaky Ground | 1992-12-27 | Carl Falvey |