Richard Lawson Age, Birthday & Biography

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📋 Richard Lawson — Personal Information

Full Birth Name	Richard John Lawson
Stage Name	Richard Lawson
Date of Birth	March 7, 1947
Birth Year	1947
Day Born	Friday
Birth City	Loma Linda
Birth Country	United States
Place of Birth	Loma Linda, California, United States
Nationality	American
Gender	Male
Zodiac Sign	♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac	Pig
Generation	Baby Boomer
Height	188 cm (6'2")
Profession	Actor

📖 Richard Lawson Biography

Richard Lawson is an American actor known for his extensive work in film and television. He gained significant recognition for his role as Ryan in the 1982 horror film Poltergeist. Throughout his career, he has appeared in numerous television series, including Dynasty, All My Children, and Saints and Sinners. Lawson served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, an experience that significantly shaped his early life. He is also a survivor of the 1992 USAir Flight 405 crash, an event he has spoken about publicly. In addition to his acting career, he has worked as an acting coach and mentor. He was married to fashion designer Tina Knowles from 2015 to 2023. Through this marriage, he became a stepfather to Beyoncé and Solange Knowles. Lawson has consistently worked in the entertainment industry for over five decades. He continues to be active in both film and television projects. His contributions to the arts include various stage performances and independent film productions.