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Juilliard School
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龙 Dragon
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Dakin Matthews is known for acting.
Born in Oakland, California, USA (age 85).
2 awards including Drama Desk Special Award.
Dakin Matthews has 30 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (30)
AWARDS (2)
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Drama Desk Special Award
2004
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Biography
Melvin Richard "Dakin" Matthews (born November 7, 1940) is an American actor, playwright, theatre director, and theatrical scholar. Best known as Herb Kelcher in ‘’My Two Dads’’ (1987-1989), Hamlin Charleston in ‘’Gilmore Girls’’ (2000-2007), and as Reverend Sikes in ‘’Desperate Housewives’’ (2004-2012).
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How old is Dakin Matthews?
Dakin Matthews is 85 years old, born on .
Where was Dakin Matthews born?
Dakin Matthews was born in Oakland, California, USA.
What movies or shows has Dakin Matthews been in?
Dakin Matthews has 30 credits in our database. Notable titles include Waitress (2023), Bridge of Spies (2015), Lincoln (2012), Elementary (2012), True Grit (2010).
What is Dakin Matthews known for?
Dakin Matthews is primarily known as an actor. Melvin Richard "Dakin" Matthews (born November 7, 1940) is an American actor, playwright, theatre director, and theatrical scholar. Best known as Herb Kelcher in ‘’My…
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