By Andrew Walyaula
Anthony Heald is an American actor known for his work in film, television, and theater.
He was born on August 25, 1944, in New Rochelle, New York. He has appeared in a variety of movies, including “The Silence of the Lambs,” “A Time to Kill,” and “The Client.”
He has also appeared in numerous television shows, such as “Boston Public,” “The X-Files,” and “CSI: Miami.”
In addition to his acting work, Heald is also an accomplished audiobook narrator and has received several awards for his narration work.
Who is Anthony Heald?
He was born on August 25, 1944, in New Rochelle, New York, USA. He grew up in nearby Putnam County and graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
Heald’s career in acting began on the stage.
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He made his Broadway debut in 1972 in the play “Vieux Carre” and has since appeared in numerous other productions, including “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Anything Goes,” and “Love! Valour! Compassion!” Heald has received critical acclaim for his work on stage, earning a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his performance in “Love! Valour! Compassion!” in 1995.
In addition to his work on stage, Heald has also appeared in numerous films and television shows.
He made his film debut in 1977 in the movie “The 77th Bengal Lancers” and has since appeared in over 50 films, including “The Silence of the Lambs,” “A Time to Kill,” and “Red Dragon.”
Heald is perhaps best known for his role as Dr. Frederick Chilton in “The Silence of the Lambs” and its sequel, “Hannibal.”
On television, Heald has appeared in a variety of shows, including “The X-Files,” “Boston Public,” and “CSI: Miami.”
He also provided the voice of Dr. Finklestein in the animated movie “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
Heald is also an accomplished audiobook narrator, having recorded over 100 titles.
He has won numerous awards for his audiobook work, including several Earphones Awards from AudioFile magazine.
Throughout his career, Heald has been recognized for his talent and dedication to the arts.
In 2004, he received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Michigan State University, and in 2017 he was inducted into the Putnam County Historical Society Hall of Fame.
Anthony Heald is a talented actor who has made a significant impact in the world of stage, film, and television.
His dedication to his craft and versatility as an actor has made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Profile Summary
Name | Anthony Heald |
Occupation | Actor |
Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Date of Birth | August 25, 1994 |
Birth Place | New Rochelle, New York, USA |
Nationality | United States of America |
Height | 5ft 7in/1.7m |
Net Worth | $2 million |
Anthony Heald Acting Career
Heald’s acting career began in the 1970s, with appearances in regional theater productions and small roles in films such as “The Onion Field” (1979) and “The Great Santini” (1979).
In 1981, he landed a small but memorable role as the creepy orderly in the horror classic “The Silence of the Lambs,” which would become one of his most famous performances.
After “The Silence of the Lambs,” Heald continued to work steadily in film, television, and theater.
He had roles in films such as “A Time to Kill” (1996), “The Client” (1994), and “Red Dragon” (2002), the prequel to “The Silence of the Lambs.”
He also appeared in TV series such as “Boston Public,” “The X-Files,” and “CSI: Miami.”
In addition to his work on screen, Heald has been an accomplished stage actor throughout his career.
He has appeared in numerous Broadway productions, including “Anything Goes” (1987), “Love! Valour! Compassion!” (1995), and “The Elephant Man” (2002).
He has also worked extensively in regional theater, performing in productions at the Yale Repertory Theatre, the Guthrie Theater, and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, among others.
Heald has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including a Tony Award for his performance in “Love! Valour! Compassion!” and an Emmy Award for his guest appearance on “The Practice.”
He has also won praise for his voice work, which includes narrating audiobooks and providing the voice of several characters in the “Mass Effect” video game series.
In recent years, Heald has continued to act in film and television, as well as taking on teaching roles at universities and theater schools.
He currently resides in Ashland, Oregon, where he has been a member of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival company since 1982.
Here is a list of Anthony Heald movies, in chronological order, with their respective release years:
- Silkwood (1983)
- The Pelican Brief (1993)
- The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
- The Client (1994)
- The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996)
- A Time to Kill (1996)
- Kiss the Girls (1997)
- Deep Rising (1998)
- Proof of Life (2000)
- Red Dragon (2002)
- Interstate 60 (2002)
- The Forgotten (2004)
- X-Men: The Last Stand (2006)
- Accepted (2006)
- Black Dahlia (2006)
- Perfect Murder, Perfect Town (2000 TV Movie)
- Boston Legal (TV Series, 2005-2008)
- CSI: Miami (TV Series, 2005-2011)
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (TV Series, 2004-2014)
What is Anthony Heald’s Net Worth?
Anthony Heald has a net worth of $2 million.
Height
Anthony Heald’s height is 5′ 7″ (1.7 m).
Who Is Anthony Heald’s Wife?
His wife is Robin Ray Herskowitz (27 May 1985 – present) ( 2 children)
Personal Life
Heald lives in Ashland, Oregon, with his wife Robin (daughter of violist Karen Tuttle and children Zoe and Dylan.
He has converted to Judaism, his wife’s faith.
He regularly performs in productions of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
During the 2010 season of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Heald played Shylock in Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice.
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