Born: April 19, 1930 – Died: July 8, 1994
Dick Sargent, known for his striking presence and distinctive chin, was born in Carmel, California. He grew up in a family where his father, Elmer Cox, was deeply involved in their life. Sargent's early years were marked by his parents' support, laying the foundation for his future success in the entertainment industry. His journey into acting began with a variety of roles, especially portraying gawky businessmen in films, which eventually led him to a significant place in television history.
Early Life and Career
Sargent's early life in California provided him with a diverse cultural background, contributing to his dynamic acting skills. Although details about his educational background are scarce, his early foray into the entertainment industry showcased his natural talent and versatility. His first notable role was as Ens. Stovall in "Operation Petticoat" (1959), where he began to gain recognition.
However, it was his role as the second Darrin Stephens in the iconic television series "Bewitched" from 1969 to 1972 that catapulted him into stardom. This role brought him into the limelight and became a significant part of his career, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. Sargent also made notable appearances in "Down to Earth" and "The Clonus Horror".
Apart from his professional achievements, Sargent was also known for his personal courage. Shortly before his death, he publicly proclaimed his sexuality and became an advocate for gay rights, describing himself as a "retroactive role model."
Dick Sargent passed away on July 8, 1994, in Los Angeles, California. His legacy in Hollywood is not only marked by his memorable roles but also by his contribution to social causes. He remains an icon in the entertainment industry, celebrated for his talent, courage, and the impact he made both on and off the screen.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Acting on Impulse | Mr. Randolph |
| 1992 | Harry and the Hendersons (TV Series) | Earl Powers |
| 1992 | The Commish (TV Series) | Martin Belzer (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1991 | P.S.I. Luv U (TV Series) | Sam |
| 1991 | Frame Up | Will Curran |
| 1990 | Twenty Dollar Star | Mr. Brandon |
| 1990 | Uneasy Lies the Crown (TV Movie) | Dick Sargent |
| 1989 | Rock-A-Die Baby | Dad (Adam) |
| 1989 | Murder by Numbers | Patrick Crain |
| 1989 | Teen Witch | Frank Miller |
| 1988 | Square One Television (TV Series) | Wellworth Watching | Vicious Vinnie Vermin |
| 1988 | Mathnet (TV Series) | Wellworth Watching | Vicious Vinnie Vermin |
| 1988 | L.A. Law (TV Series) | Edmund Bates |
| 1984–1987 | Down to Earth (TV Series) | Richard Preston |
| 1987 | Murder, She Wrote (TV Series) | George Selby |
| 1986 | The Eleventh Commandment | Charles Knight |
| 1985 | Knots Landing (TV Series) | Dick Sargent |
| 1984 | Diff'rent Strokes (TV Series) | Mr. Stone |
| 1984 | Benson (TV Series) | Worth Lakewood |
| 1984 | Finder of Lost Loves (TV Series) | Dennis Hodges |
| 1984 | Alice (TV Series) | Dr. Crystal |
| 1983 | ABC Afterschool Specials (TV Series) | Lew Shorr |
| 1983 | The Yellow Rose (TV Series) | Judge Sam Claymore | Sam |
| 1983 | I'm Going to Be Famous | The Director |
| 1983 | Matt Houston (TV Series) | Binky Bradworth |
| 1982 | This Is the Life (TV Series) | Reverend Burwick |
| 1982 | The Devlin Connection (TV Series) | Robert Hutton |
| 1982 | Family Ties (TV Series) | Charlie |
| 1982 | Taxi (TV Series) | Attorney John Bickers |
| 1977–1982 | Fantasy Island (TV Series) | Justin Rothwell | Algernon Pepperhill | Charles Hollander |
| 1981 | Trapper John, M.D. (TV Series) | Dr. Philip Montague |
| 1981 | Aloha Paradise (TV Series) | Jim |
| 1980 | The Waltons (TV Series) | Chief Petty Officer |
| 1980 | Vega$ (TV Series) | Phil King | Farley |
| 1980 | The Gossip Columnist (TV Movie) | Alan Keyes |
| 1980 | The Dukes of Hazzard (TV Series) | Sheriff Grady Byrd |
| 1976–1979 | Charlie's Angels (TV Series) | Avery | Marty Cole | Hugh Morris |
| 1979 | The Clonus Horror | Dr. Jameson |
| 1979 | Not Until Today (TV Movie) | Father Francis Dacey |
| 1979 | The Power Within (TV Movie) | Capt. Ed Holman (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1979 | Hardcore | Wes DeJong |
| 1978 | Switch (TV Series) | Bill Gambel |
| 1977 | The Love Boat (TV Series) | Father Mike |
| 1977 | Baretta (TV Series) | Gil Martin |
| 1977 | Three's Company (TV Series) | Lloyd Cross |
| 1976–1977 | Rich Man, Poor Man - Book II (TV Series) | Eddie Heath |
| 1977 | The Tony Randall Show (TV Series) | Chesley Howard |
| 1976 | The Six Million Dollar Man (TV Series) | Bob Crandall |
| 1976 | Rich Man, Poor Man (TV Mini Series) | Richards | Eddie Heath |
| 1976 | Marcus Welby, M.D. (TV Series) | Pete Randall |
| 1976 | Ellery Queen (TV Series) | D.A. Tom Calabrese |
| 1976 | McMillan & Wife (TV Series) | Dr. Jim Vale |
| 1975 | Friends and Neighbors (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1974 | Fools, Females and Fun (TV Movie) | Roger Morris |
| 1974 | Melvin Purvis G-MAN (TV Movie) | Thatcher Covington |
| 1972–1974 | Owen Marshall, Counselor at Law (TV Series) | Edgar Hogan | Neil Vickery |
| 1973 | Here's Lucy (TV Series) | Officer Spencer |
| 1973 | The Streets of San Francisco (TV Series) | Boyd Caldwell |
| 1970–1973 | Love, American Style (TV Series) | Bill (segment "Love and the Playwright") | Peter Bradley (segment "Love and Lover's Lane") | (segment "Love and the Love Potion") ... |
| 1972 | Young Dr. Kildare (TV Series) | Sam Barlow |
| 1969–1972 | Bewitched (TV Series) | Darrin Stephens | Darrin the Bold |
| 1969 | The Outcasts (TV Series) | Reece Hawley |
| 1969 | Adam-12 (TV Series) | Sidney Roemer |
| 1969 | I Dream of Jeannie (TV Series) | Norman Cashman |
| 1968 | Live a Little, Love a Little | Harry |
| 1968 | The Young Runaways | Freddie |
| 1968 | The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell | Capt. Elwood Prohaska |
| 1968 | The Rat Patrol (TV Series) | Lt. Kemper |
| 1967 | Accidental Family (TV Series) | Ted |
| 1966–1967 | Daniel Boone (TV Series) | Andrew Cooper | Reuben Stone |
| 1966 | The Tammy Grimes Show (TV Series) | Terence Ward (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1966 | Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (TV Series) | Dick O'Hara |
| 1966 | The Ghost and Mr. Chicken | George Beckett |
| 1965 | Billie | Matt Bullitt |
| 1965 | Fluffy | Tommy |
| 1964–1965 | Broadside (TV Series) | Lt. Maxwell Trotter |
| 1963–1964 | Wagon Train (TV Series) | Andrew Elliott | Tom Reade |
| 1963 | Ripcord (TV Series) | Frank Webb |
| 1963 | Captain Newman, M.D. | Lt. Belden 'Barney' Alderson |
| 1963 | For Love or Money | Harvey Wofford (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1963 | Hazel (TV Series) | Pete |
| 1962 | Alcoa Premiere (TV Series) | Haines |
| 1962 | The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet (TV Series) | George |
| 1962 | The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (TV Series) | Dave Fulton |
| 1962 | Kraft Mystery Theater (TV Series) | Dick Sprague |
| 1962 | That Touch of Mink | Young Man (Harry Clark) (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1962 | Gunsmoke (TV Series) | Bud |
| 1962 | Follow the Sun (TV Series) | Lieutenant Collins |
| 1961 | Dr. Kildare (TV Series) | Dr. Paul Willis |
| 1961 | One Happy Family (TV Series) | Dick Cooper |
| 1961 | Death Valley Days (TV Series) | Cliff Streeter |
| 1960 | The Great Impostor | Hotchkiss (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1960 | The Millionaire (TV Series) | Dixon Cooper (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1960 | The Alaskans (TV Series) | Joey (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1960 | Wichita Town (TV Series) | Scotty |
| 1959 | Operation Petticoat | Ens. Stovall (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1959 | The Loretta Young Show (TV Series) | Billy Simpson (as Dick Sargeant) |
| 1959 | Black Saddle (TV Series) | Lt. Herndon (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1958 | Mardi Gras | Dick Saglon (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1958 | Playhouse 90 (TV Series) | Michael |
| 1957 | Bernardine | Sanford Wilson (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1957 | West Point (TV Series) | Cadet Mike Mullen | Cadet Daniels |
| 1957 | Code 3 (TV Series) | George Pringle (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1957 | Navy Log (TV Series) | Seaman (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1957 | The Christophers (TV Series) | (as Richard Sargent) |
| 1956 | Love Me Tender | Confederate Soldier (uncredited) |
| 1956 | Medic (TV Series) | Clyde (as Dick Sargeant) |
| 1956 | The Great Locomotive Chase | Andrews Raider (uncredited) |
| 1955 | The Gentle Warrior (Short) | Michael Phillips |
| 1955 | The Beast with a Million Eyes | Deputy Larry Brewster (as Richard Sargeant) |
| 1954 | Prisoner of War | Lt. Leonard Lee (uncredited) |
| 1954 | I Married Joan (TV Series) | Party attendee (as Richard Sargent) |
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