Anthony Heald
Biography
Anthony Heald is an American actor. He was born in New Rochelle, New York, USA. Heald's known credits include 57 acting roles. He has portrayed characters in films such as The Silence of the Lambs and Red Dragon, and in television shows such as Boston Public, The Practice, and Boston Legal. Heald has a recurring role as Judge Cooper on The Practice and Boston Legal. Heald's birthday is August 25, 1944.
Career overview
Anthony Heald is an American actor known for his portrayal of various characters in film and television. He is particularly notable for his roles in the Hannibal Lecter series, where he played the character of Dr. Frederick Chilton in The Silence of the Lambs and Red Dragon. Heald's work in this series showcases his ability to play complex and nuanced characters.
In addition to his film work, Heald has also appeared in several television shows. One of his notable roles is that of assistant principal Scott Guber in David E. Kelley's Boston Public. Heald has also had a recurring role as Judge Cooper on Kelley's The Practice and Boston Legal. His versatility as an actor has allowed him to take on a wide range of roles in both film and television.
Throughout his career, Anthony Heald has accumulated a significant number of credits, with over 50 known acting credits to his name. His ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters has made him a sought-after actor in the entertainment industry.
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Full Filmography
59 titles- A Man in Full (2024) as Judge Taylor
- Alone (2020) as Robert
- Every Act of Life (2018) as Self
- Old?! (2015)
- Monday Mornings (2013) as Mitch Tompkins
- Inside Story - The Silence of the Lambs (2010) as Self
- Accepted (2006) as Dean Van Horne
- X-Men: The Last Stand (2006) as FBI Mystique Interrogator
- The Closer (2005) as Howard Pierce
- Numb3rs (2005) as Walt Merrick
- Boston Legal (2004) as Judge Harvey Cooper
- NCIS (2003) as Guyman Purcell
- Red Dragon (2002) as Dr. Chilton
- Benjamin Franklin (2002) as Jonathan Austin
- Page to Screen: 'The Silence of the Lambs' (2002) as Self
- Crossing Jordan (2001) as Attorney McBride
- Inside the Labyrinth: The Making of 'The Silence of the Lambs' (2001) as Self
- The Ruby Princess Runs Away (2001) as King Regal
- Boston Public (2000) as Scott Guber
- Proof of Life (2000) as Ted Fellner
- 8MM (1999) as Longdale
- Deep Rising (1998) as Simon Canton
- The Practice (1997) as Judge Wallace Cooper
- The Practice (1997) as Scott Guber
- Liberty! (1997) as Philip Vickers Fithian
- Cosby (1996)
- A Time to Kill (1996) as Wilbert Rodeheaver
- Poltergeist: The Legacy (1996) as Damon Ballard
- New York News (1995)
- Kiss of Death (1995) as Jack Gold
- Bushwhacked (1995) as Reinhart Bragdon
- The Client (1994) as Larry Trumann
- The X-Files (1993) as Harold Piller
- Frasier (1993) as Corkmaster
- The Pelican Brief (1993) as Marty Velmano
- Class of '96 (1993) as Professor Davis
- Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993) as Fighting Parent
- The Ballad of Little Jo (1993) as Henry Grey
- Whispers in the Dark (1992) as Paul
- The Silence of the Lambs (1991) as Dr. Frederick Chilton
- The Super (1991) as Ron Nessim
- Law & Order (1990) as Ian O'Connell
- Law & Order (1990) as Councilman Spencer Talbert
- Postcards from the Edge (1990) as George Lazan
- Orphans (1987) as Man in Park
- Outrageous Fortune (1987) as Weldon
- Happy New Year (1987) as Dinner Guest
- Fresno (1986) as Kevin Kensington
- Kay O'Brien (1986)
- A Case of Deadly Force (1986) as Dave O'Brian
- Spenser: For Hire (1985)
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Bob Kendall
- Miami Vice (1984) as Commander René
- Tales from the Darkside (1984) as Englebert Ames
- Teachers (1984) as Narc
- The Beniker Gang (1984) as Mr. Uldrich
- Silkwood (1983) as 2nd Doctor at Union Meeting
- Cheers (1982) as Kevin
- Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys (1976) as Lawyer Crony
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Anthony Heald best known for?
Anthony Heald is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Alone (2020), Accepted (2006), X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), Blood: The Last Vampire (2009).
When and where was Anthony Heald born?
Anthony Heald was born on August 25, 1944 in New Rochelle, New York, USA.
How many credits does Anthony Heald have?
Anthony Heald has accumulated over 59 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2024.
What is Anthony Heald's background in cinema and television?
Anthony Heald is an American actor. He was born in New Rochelle, New York, USA. Heald's known credits include 57 acting roles. He has portrayed characters in films such as The Silence of the Lambs and Red Dragon, and in television shows such as Boston Public, The Practice, and Boston Legal. Heald has a recurring role a...