Clarence Felder
Clarence Felder, born on September 2, 1938, is a distinguished American character actor renowned for his work in film, television, and theater. His cinematic journey began with the 1974 film "Man on a Swing," followed by notable roles in a variety of films such as "After Hours" (1985), "Ruthless People" (1986), "The Hidden" (1987), "The Last Boy Scout" (1991), and "The Ride" (1997). One of his most celebrated performances occurred in the award-winning film "All for Liberty" (2009), where he portrayed Captain Henry Felder, an ancestor and hero of the American Revolutionary War, a role inspired by his own play, "Captain Felder's Cannon."
In the realm of television, Felder gained recognition as Inspector Bobo Pritzger in the popular ABC series "Hooperman" during the 1980s. His extensive television filmography includes roles in "Playing for Time," "Mystery of the Morrow Castle," and "The Killing Floor," along with guest appearances on iconic shows such as "Kojak," "Hill Street Blues," and "NYPD Blue."
On Broadway, Felder has shared the stage with legends like Christopher Walken in "Macbeth," Glenn Close in "Love for Love," and Meryl Streep in "Memory of Two Mondays." He is married to actress and director Chris Weatherhead and co-founded the Actors' Theatre of South Carolina, along with its film division, Moving Images Group. Felder also has one daughter, Helen Huggins, and is an accomplished playwright and director.