Richard Dreyfuss: From Jaws To Controversy & Beyond!
Has Hollywood ever truly understood the brilliance of the "everyman"? Richard Dreyfuss, with his uncanny ability to portray both the irritating pest and the ambitious hustler, has carved a niche as the quintessential American leading man, a role he inhabits with unparalleled authenticity.
Born Richard Stephen Dreyfus on October 29, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York, to Geraldine (née Robbins), an activist, and Norman Dreyfus, a restaurateur and attorney, Dreyfuss's journey to cinematic icon was paved with a dedication to craft and a willingness to embrace complex, often flawed, characters. His early training at Temple Emanuel and the Westside Jewish Community Center, under the tutelage of Bill Miller, laid a solid foundation for a career that would span decades and genres.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Richard Stephen Dreyfuss |
| Birth Date | October 29, 1947 |
| Birth Place | Brooklyn, New York City, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Actor, Producer, Writer |
| Parents | Geraldine (Robbins), Norman Dreyfus |
| Education | Temple Emanuel, Westside Jewish Community Center |
| Awards | Academy Award for Best Actor (The Goodbye Girl, 1977), BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Award |
| Notable Films | American Graffiti, Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, The Goodbye Girl, Mr. Holland's Opus, Stakeout, Always, What About Bob? |
| Years Active | 1960s – Present |
| Spouse(s) | Jeramie Rain (m. 1979; div. 1995), Janelle Lacey (m. 1999; div. 2006), Svetlana Erokhin (m. 2006) |
| Children | 3 (Emily Dreyfuss, Benjamin Dreyfuss, Harry Dreyfuss) |
| Official Website | RichardDreyfuss.com |
Richard Dreyfuss Laments He Will “Never Have a Chance to Play a Black
Richard Dreyfuss At Academy Awards by Donaldson Collection
Richard Dreyfuss Profile Images — The Movie Database (TMDB)
