Dick Butkus
Acting
Biography
Richard Marvin Butkus (December 9, 1942 - October 5, 2023) was an American former professional football player, sports commentator, and actor. He played football as a middle linebacker for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) from 1965 to 1973. He was invited to eight Pro Bowls, named a first-team All-Pro six times, and was twice recognized by his peers as the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year. He was renowned as a fierce tackler and for the relentless effort with which he played and is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most intimidating linebackers in pro football history.
Born: December 9, 1942
Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Known For
Filmography
as Himself
as Self - Supporter
as Dick Butkus
as Dick Butkus
as Opposing Coach - Game 3
as Dick Butkus
as Dick Butkus
as Mike Katowinski
as Tony Ward
as Himself
as Convict Football Player
as Dick Butkus
as Lt. General
as Dick Butkus
as Ed Konner
as Ed Klawicki
as Tom Wilcox
as Self
as Self
as Referee
as Vic Garrett / The Annihilator
as Drootin
as Earl Dent
as Robert
as Beau
as himself
as Arthur
as Tank Mason
as Richard Butowski
as Stanley
as Anti-Smoking Enforcer
as Joe Adams
as Crusher Kawalski
as Coach Andrews
as Clarence / Dumbo
as Brom Bones
as Party Guy
as Moose Maloney
as Scott Hennerson
as Ernie Jordan
as Rob Cargil
as Rodeo
as Al Funducci
as Neil
as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
as Jeff
as Heavy
as Dick Butkus
as Bill Eberly
as Bobby Laport
as Dave 'The Animal'
as Dick Butkus (uncredited)
as Coach
as Self