Richard Roat

Richard Roat was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “The Golden Girls,” “Friends,” and “Seinfeld.” With a career spanning over five decades, he made significant contributions to television, film, and stage performances.

Personal and Family Life

Richard Roat was born on July 3, 1933, in Hartford, Connecticut. He married Kathy Arntzen, and they celebrated their fortieth wedding anniversary shortly before his passing. Together, they shared a life filled with travel, laughter, and love, reflecting a beautiful partnership that was described as “An Affair to Remember.”

Career

Throughout his impressive career, Roat appeared in more than 135 acting roles across various platforms, including television series, films, and Broadway productions. He was known for his memorable guest appearances on iconic shows such as “The Golden Girls,” where he played Betty White’s boyfriend, and also appeared in “Hill Street Blues,” “ALF,” and “3rd Rock from the Sun.” In addition to his acting career, he worked as an entertainment tax preparer for over 50 years.

Death and Legacy

Richard Roat passed away unexpectedly on August 5, 2022, in Newport Beach, California, due to a heart attack. His death was a great loss to the entertainment community, and he will be remembered for his vibrant personality, supportive nature, and the joy he brought to his family and friends. Richard’s legacy lives on through the countless performances he delivered and the lives he touched throughout his extraordinary career.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Babo 73 1964-10-05 Father Fear
Marilyn and Me 1991-09-22 Western Director
Westworld 1973-08-15 Technician
Ransom for a Dead Man 1972-10-09 Perkins
Sarah T. – Portrait of a Teenage Alcoholic 1975-02-11 Fred Tyler
Heart and Souls 1993-08-13 Anne’s Dad
Family Flight 1972-10-25 Officer of the Deck
All My Darling Daughters 1972-11-22 Defense Attorney
Secrets of Three Hungry Wives 1978-10-09 Carl Wood
Sins of the Mother 1991-02-19 Gordon Coe
Deadly Harvest 1972-09-26 Peterson
She’ll Take Romance 1990-11-25 Grant
And Baby Makes Six 1979-10-22 Bill Finley
Marathon 1980-01-30 Mr. Litchfield
Fun and Games 1980-05-25 Blodgett
The Night the City Screamed 1980-12-14 John Reynolds
Ruby and Oswald 1978-02-08 H.D. Holmes
Take Your Best Shot 1982-10-12 Bainbridge
The Nanny 1993-11-03 Santa Claus
Newhart 1982-10-02 Arthur Vanderkellen
Friends 1994-09-22 Burt
Family Law 1999-09-20
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air 1990-09-10 Barton Grey
Baywatch 1989-04-23 Alex Benton
The Mary Tyler Moore Show 1970-09-19 Barry Phelps
7th Heaven 1996-08-26 Reverend Bergen
Backstairs at the White House 1979-01-29 Krim, Chief Usher
The Golden Girls 1985-09-14 Al
The Golden Girls 1985-09-14 Kendall
Columbo 1971-09-15 Perkins
Grand 1990-01-18
Dallas 1978-04-02 Victor
The Fugitive 1963-09-17 Glen
ALF 1986-09-22 Walter Burke
High Society 1995-10-30
Seinfeld 1989-07-05 Dr. Berg
Cannon 1971-09-14 Jim Rothberg
Crazy like a Fox 1984-12-30 Phillip Harmon
Night Court 1984-01-04 Dr. DeLeon
3rd Rock from the Sun 1996-01-09 Dr. Byron
Night Court 1984-01-04 Dr. Zimmerman
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