Richard Hatch Biography

Fast Facts

• His first TV role came in 1971 when he was cast as Philip Brent in the daytime soap opera "All My Children․"
• Made his feature film debut in the 1975 drama "Best Friends․"
• Quote: "Part of what makes great drama is that the character is being challenged to deal with some unresolved part of themselves, and the drama, the heartache, the inspiration comes out of that․"
• Quote: "I love inspiring people, and I've had to walk a very challenging walk in my life, at least up until recently, and I share the wisdom that I learned the hard way, about men, women, and communication․"
• Quote: "I know from personal experience how fear and low self worth can cripple one's ability to succeed in life․ But with a little support, caring and inspiration miracles can happen․"
• Began studying classical piano when he was 8 years old
• Is the only actor to have been featured in both the 1970's version of the science-fiction TV series "Battlestar Galactica," as well as the updated 2000's version of the show, albeit playing completely different characters