Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Actor
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Film producer, Film actor, Stage actor, Television actor, Actor
Birthday
(Sunday)
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Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Education
Brooklyn College
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Rīkaharduz)
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Tier C -- 7,177 Wikipedia views/month
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Richard Portnow is known for acting.
Born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA (age 79).
Richard Portnow has 39 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (39)
Biography
Richard Portnow (born January 26, 1947) is a prolific American character actor who played Howard Stern's father, Ben in the movie Private Parts. He has appeared on The Sopranos and many other films, video games, and television shows such as Hannah Montana and Boston Legal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Richard Portnow?
Richard Portnow is 79 years old, born on .
Where was Richard Portnow born?
Richard Portnow was born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Richard Portnow been in?
Richard Portnow has 39 credits in our database. Notable titles include Dog Patrol: Operation Santa Paws (2025), Andover (2018), Higher Power (2018), Oldboy (2013), Slightly Single in L.A. (2013).
What is Richard Portnow known for?
Richard Portnow is primarily known as an actor. Richard Portnow (born January 26, 1947) is a prolific American character actor who played Howard Stern's father, Ben in the movie Private Parts. He has…
Where can I find more information about Richard Portnow?
You can find more about Richard Portnow on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
