Gerald Berns
- Known For
- Acting
- Birthplace
- Brookline, Massachusetts, USA
- Active Years
- 1978–1996 (19 Years)
- Total Credits
- 20 credits in database
Biography
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[1] TMDB: Known for acting. 20 known credits. Gender: Male. Place of Birth: Brookline, Massachusetts, USA.
[2] IMDb: Actor. Credits: Beverly Hills Cop. Born in Brookline, MA. Grew up in Newton, MA. Graduate of Newton South High School and the University of Rhode Island. Played varsity baseball (starting catcher and first baseman) at URI.
[3] TMDB: Known as an Actor. Credits: Beverly Hills Cop, Tron, Rocky IV, Eraser, The Net, Coma, Murphy's Law, and The A-Team.
[4] Plot Spoiler: Mentions filmography/character roles (no specific names provided in snippet).
[5] Moviefone: Known for Beverly Hills Cop, Eraser, Rocky IV.
[6] Notrecinema: Biography and movies.
Name: Gerald Berns.
Profession: Actor.
Birthplace: Brookline, Massachusetts, USA.
Upbringing: Newton, Massachusetts.
Education: Newton South High School and the University of Rhode Island.
College activities: Starting catcher and first baseman on the varsity baseball squad at the University of Rhode Island.
Known credits: Beverly Hills Cop, Tron, Rocky IV, Eraser, The Net, Coma, Murphy's Law, and The A-Team.
Gerald Berns is an actor born in Brookline, Massachusetts. He grew up in Newton, Massachusetts, and is a graduate of Newton South High School and the University of Rhode Island. During his time at the University of Rhode Island, he served as a starting catcher and first baseman on the varsity baseball squad. Berns has 20 known credits in the industry. His work includes roles in Beverly
Career overview
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[1] TMDB: Gerald Berns, Male, Born in Brookline, Massachusetts, USA. Known for Acting. 20 known credits.
[2] IMDb: Actor. Beverly Hills Cop. Born in Brookline, MA. Grew up in Newton, MA. Graduate of Newton South High School and University of Rhode Island (starting catcher and first baseman on varsity baseball squad).
[3] TMDB: Actor. Work includes Beverly Hills Cop, Tron, Rocky IV, Eraser, The Net, Coma, Murphy's Law, and The A-Team.
[4] Plot Spoiler: Mentions complete filmography exists.
[5] Moviefone: Known for Beverly Hills Cop, Eraser, Rocky IV.
[6] Notrecinema: Biography and movies.
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Gerald Berns is an actor born in Brookline, Massachusetts. He grew up in Newton, Massachusetts, and is a graduate of Newton South High School. He also attended the University of Rhode Island, where he served as a starting catcher and first baseman on the varsity baseball squad.
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Berns is recognized for his work in various film and television productions. His credits include roles in Beverly Hills Cop, Tron, Rocky IV, Eraser, The Net, Coma, Murphy's Law, and The A-Team. He has a total of 20 known credits.
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Born: Brookline, MA.
Grew up: Newton, MA.
Education: Newton South High School, University of Rhode Island.
College sports: Starting catcher and first baseman on varsity baseball.
Known for: Acting.
Credits (20 total): Beverly Hills Cop, Tron, Rocky IV, Eraser, The Net, Coma, Murphy's Law, The A-Team.
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Gerald Berns is an actor whose professional credits include work in both film and television. Born in Brookline, Massachusetts, Berns grew up in Newton, Massachusetts. His educational background includes attending Newton South High School and the University of Rhode Island. During his time at the University of Rhode Island, he was a member of the varsity baseball squad, where he played as a starting catcher and first baseman.
In his acting career, Berns has been involved in several notable productions. His filmography includes appearances in Beverly Hills Cop, Tron, Rocky IV, Eraser, The Net, Coma, and Murphy's Law. Additionally, his work extends to television, with credits such as The A-Team. Across his career, he has accumulated 20 known credits. His body of work is documented across various film databases,
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Full Filmography
20 titles- The A-Team (1983) as Sheriff Newman
- Cheers (1982) as Dave
- Melrose Place (1992) as Mark Magoo
- Knots Landing (1979) as Columnist
- Knots Landing (1979) as Auction Official
- Matlock (1986) as Patrick Gilbert
- Eraser (1996) as Young Agent
- Rocky IV (1985) as Reporter
- Beverly Hills Cop (1984) as Beverly Hills Cop #1
- Tron (1982) as Guard #1
- The Net (1995) as Jeff Gregg
- Coma (1978) as Security Guard (uncredited)
- Murphy's Law (1986) as Young Cop
- Darkness Before Dawn (1993) as Businessman
- The Scarlett O'Hara War (1980) as Tallulah Bankhead's Escort (uncredited)
- Penitentiary II (1982) as Beau Flynn - Lt. Heavywt. World Champ
- A Dangerous Affair (1995) as Phil
- Basic Training (1985) as Steve
- A Reason to Live (1985) as Henry
- The Winds of Kitty Hawk (1978) as Reporter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Gerald Berns best known for?
Gerald Berns is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The A-Team (1983), Donnie Darko (2001), The Kingdom (2007), Knots Landing (1979).
When and where was Gerald Berns born?
Gerald Berns was born in Brookline, Massachusetts, USA.
How many credits does Gerald Berns have?
Gerald Berns has accumulated over 20 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1978 to 1996.
What is Gerald Berns's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Gerald Berns (Acting). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use only provided sources. No invented details. Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points). No preamble/quotes. Word Count: 90-130 words. [1] TMDB: Known for acti...
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