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Richard Vincent Van Patten (December 9, 1928 – June 23, 2015) was an American actor, comedian, businessman, and animal welfare advocate, whose career spanned seven decades of television. He was best known for his role as patriarch Tom Bradford on the television series Eight Is Enough .
Dick Van Patten (1928-2015) was an American actor who starred in Broadway, films and TV shows, such as Eight Is Enough and Spaceballs. He also wrote books, including his autobiography, and created Natural Balance pet food brand.
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Jun 23, 2015 · Dick Van Patten, who played the family patriarch on the ABC series Eight Is Enough, has died, his publicist Jeff Ballard confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter. He was 86.
Learn about the life and career of Dick Van Patten, a versatile actor who starred in Broadway, films, and TV shows. Find out his family, trivia, quotes, and more on IMDb.
- December 9, 1928
- June 23, 2015
Jun 23, 2015 · The actor passed away in 2015 due to complications from diabetes. He was known for his roles in TV comedies, Disney films and Mel Brooks movies, as well as his Broadway debut in 1937.
Jun 24, 2015 · Actor Dick Van Patten, best known for playing the genial dad on the “Eight is Enough” hit TV series in the 1970s and 1980s, had a long and varied career that started before he could read.
Jun 23, 2015 · TheWrap reports the death of Dick Van Patten, a venerable character actor who had a career dating back 60 years. He was known for his roles on "Eight Is Enough" and "The Love Boat," as well as collaborations with Mel Brooks.
