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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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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 · Associated Press. 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...
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 his collaborations with Mel Brooks.
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 23, 2015 · Actor Dick Van Patten, perhaps best known as patriarch Tom Bradford on the ’80s series Eight Is Enough, has died. He was 86. Van Patten died Tuesday morning at Saint John’s Hospital in Santa...
