Robert Donner, Noted Character Actor, Dies

Richard Donner, known for his roles as Exidor on “Mork and Mindy” and Yancy Tucker on “The Waltons,” has died.

Robert Donner, a comedian and character actor known for his roles in TV’s “Mork and Mindy” and “The Waltons” and movies including “Cool Hand Luke,” has died. He was 75. Donner died on June 8 at his Sherman Oaks home of a heart attack, according to his former agent, Michael Belson.

Donner played Exidor on “Mork and Mindy” and Yancy Tucker on “The Waltons.” He also guest starred on such TV series as “Bonanza,” Columbo,” “The Six Million Dollar Man,” “Dharma & Greg” and “Matlock.” In addition to “Cool Hand Luke,” his film credits included “Bite the Bullet,” “Vanishing Point” and John Wayne westerns including “El Dorado” and “Chisum.”

He had a terrific career but, like most character actors, was largely unknown by name but was invariably “the guy who played . . . .” It’s a shame that his fame ebbed to the point where an announcement of his death takes several days.

Robert Donner, Noted Character Actor, Dies

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