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Robert Walden Biography

Birth Name:Robert Wolkowitz

Birth Place:New York City, New York, United States

Profession Actor, Writer, Director

Fast Facts

  • Teaches acting at The New School for Drama in New York City
  • Uncle of Howard Deutch, director of "Pretty in Pink․"
  • Studied acting at the Beverly Hills Playhouse under Milton Katselas
  • Graduated from New York City College with a Bachelor of Arts degree
  • Walden's acting career began in 1970 in films including Roger Corman's "Bloody Mama" and "A Run for the Money․"
  • Known for his roles in the films "Blue Sunshine," "The Hospital" and "All the President's Men․"
  • Best known for his role as Joe Rossi on the drama series "Lou Grant․"

Awards

  • 1979Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 1980Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 1981Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 1985ACE-Actor in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 1987ACE-Actor in a Comedy Series: nominated