Actors who died on January 17

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on January 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

  • Richard Crenna
    2003 Richard Crenna

    Richard Crenna was an American film, television, and radio actor known for his versatile performances over a career spanning more than six decades. He is recognized for his roles in 'The Sand Pebbles,' 'The Real McCoys,' 'The Rambo' film series, and 'Hot Shots! Part Deux.' [bio]

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