Ralph Clift was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Murder, She Wrote, Highway to Heaven, and The Greatest American Hero. He was born on August 2, 1944, in Marlow, Oklahoma, and passed away on February 13, 2015, in Springdale, Arkansas.
Personal and Family Life
Ralph Clift grew up in Oklahoma and had a passion for acting from a young age. Details about his family and early life are limited, but he successfully pursued a career in the entertainment industry, becoming a familiar face on television throughout the 1980s.
Career
Clift’s career included appearances in several popular TV series and movies. He was particularly known for his guest roles in shows like Murder, She Wrote and Highway to Heaven, where he showcased his versatile acting skills. Throughout the years, he left a mark on his audience with memorable performances.
Death and Legacy
Ralph Clift died on February 13, 2015, in Springdale, Arkansas. His contributions to television and film continue to be remembered by fans and peers alike, as he remains a respected figure in the industry for his work during the 1980s.
Filmography
Title | Role | Year |
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Murder, She Wrote | Wedding Guest, Clerk (as Ralph M. Clift) | 1985–1989 |
Say Yes | Lawyer | 1986 |
Killer in the Mirror | (as Ralph M. Clift) | 1986 |
Dynasty | Court Clerk | 1986 |
Riptide | Man with Plaque (as Ralph M. Clift) | 1986 |
Copacabana | Customer (as Ralph M. Clift) | 1985 |
Highway to Heaven | Walter Cousins, Track Teller | 1984–1985 |
Double Dare | – | 1985 |
Robert Kennedy and His Times | Gov. Patterson (as Ralph M. Clift) | 1985 |
Obsessive Love | Bank Teller | 1984 |
St. Elsewhere | Maurice (as Ralph M. Clift) | 1984 |
Blue Thunder | Attorney (as Ralph M. Clift) | 1984 |
The Greatest American Hero | Mr. Bunker | 1982 |