Born: December 1, 1951 – Died: June 12, 2023
A man of diverse talents, Richard Treat Williams sprang from Stamford, Connecticut, to captivate audiences on stage and screen. Born to Marian, an antique dealer, and Richard Norman Williams, a corporate magnate, Williams grew up in a nurturing environment conducive to creativity. His journey was one of both light and screen, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment world.
Early Life and Career
Williams' formative years were spent in the serene environs of Rowayton, Connecticut, where he developed a taste for the performing arts. An alumnus of Franklin and Marshall College, his dedication to acting was galvanized during his time there. His career ignition occurred with his role as an understudy in the production of "Grease" in New York City , followed by a movie debut that saw him don a policeman's badge.
His true breakout, however, was his portrayal of Berger in the 1979 film "Hair," a role that showcased his electrifying on-screen presence and solidified his star status. The magnitude of his talent was recognized with a Primetime Emmy nomination and numerous accolades throughout his career.
Off-screen, Williams led a fulfilling personal life, marked by his marriage, fatherhood, and a myriad of interests that ranged from piloting to environmental activism. He managed to keep a relatively low profile amidst the scandals that often shadow Hollywood.
Williams’ legacy is etched in the annals of Hollywood history, his unique blend of intensity and charm elevating every role. His dedication to his craft made him an unmistakable figure in the entertainment industry, his work a testament to the enduring power of performance.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016–2023 | Blue Bloods (TV Series) | Lenny Ross |
| 2023 | American Outlaws | Agent Jameison R. Donovan |
| 2016–2022 | Chesapeake Shores (TV Series) | Mick O'Brien |
| 2022 | We Own This City (TV Mini Series) | Brian Grabler |
| 2021 | Nightbirds (TV Series) | Uncle Dave |
| 2021 | The Christmas House 2: Deck Those Halls (TV Movie) | Bill Mitchell |
| 2021 | 12 Mighty Orphans | Amon Carter |
| 2020 | The Christmas House (TV Movie) | Bill Mitchell |
| 2020 | Christmas on the Square | Carl Pellam |
| 2020 | Run Hide Fight | Sheriff Tarsy |
| 2019 | The Great Alaskan Race | Dr. Welch |
| 2019 | Drunk Parents | Dan Henderson |
| 2018 | Second Act | Anderson Clarke |
| 2013–2018 | Chicago Fire (TV Series) | Benny Severide |
| 2018 | The Etruscan Smile | Frank Barron |
| 2017 | Rocky Mountain Christmas (TV Movie) | Roy |
| 2016 | Confirmation (TV Movie) | Ted Kennedy |
| 2016 | The Congressman | Charlie Winship |
| 2016 | All Downhill from Here (TV Series) | Treat Williams |
| 2015 | American Odyssey (TV Series) | Colonel Stephen Glen |
| 2014 | Operation Rogue | Gen. Hank Wallace |
| 2014 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (TV Series) | Sam Bishop |
| 2014 | In the Blood | Robert Grant |
| 2014 | Barefoot | Mr. Wheeler |
| 2013 | Halftime (Short) | Unknown |
| 2013 | Hawaii Five-0 (TV Series) | Mick Logan |
| 2013 | Age of Dinosaurs | Gabe Jacobs |
| 2012–2013 | White Collar (TV Series) | James Bennett | Sam Phelps |
| 2013 | Eve of Destruction (TV Mini Series) | Max Salinger |
| 2013 | Reaching for the Moon | Robert Lowell |
| 2012 | Attack of the 50 Foot Cheerleader | Mr. Gray |
| 2012 | Leverage (TV Series) | Pete Rising |
| 2012 | The Simpsons (TV Series) | Treat Williams (voice) |
| 2012 | Deadfall | Sheriff Marshall T. Becker |
| 2011 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (TV Series) | Jake Stanton |
| 2011 | Against the Wall (TV Series) | Don Kowalski |
| 2011 | Beyond the Blackboard (TV Movie) | Dr. Warren |
| 2011 | Mask Maker | Mr. Tucker |
| 2011 | Oba: The Last Samurai | Colonel Wessinger |
| 2011 | A Little Bit of Heaven | Jack Corbett |
| 2010 | Boston's Finest (TV Movie) | Jack Holt |
| 2010 | Martino's Summer | Capitano Jeff Clark |
| 2010 | 127 Hours | Aron's Dad |
| 2010 | Howl | Mark Schorer |
| 2009 | The Storm (TV Mini Series) | Robert Terrell |
| 2009 | Safe Harbor (TV Movie) | Doug |
| 2009 | Chasing a Dream (TV Movie) | Gary Stiles |
| 2008 | Good Behavior (TV Movie) | Burt Valencia |
| 2008 | Front of the Class (TV Movie) | Norman Cohen |
| 2008 | What Happens in Vegas | Jack Fuller Sr. |
| 2007 | Il nascondiglio | Father Amy |
| 2007 | Heartland (TV Series) | Dr. Nathaniel Grant |
| 2007 | Moola | Luis Gordon |
| 2007 | The Staircase Murders (TV Movie) | Michael Peterson |
| 2006 | Brothers & Sisters (TV Series) | David Morton |
| 2002–2006 | Everwood (TV Series) | Dr. Andrew ''Andy'' Brown |
| 2005 | Miss Congeniality 2: Armed & Fabulous | FBI Asst. Director Walter Collins |
| 2002 | The Circle | Mr. Spencer Runcie |
| 2002 | Hollywood Ending | Hal |
| 2002 | Going to California (TV Series) | Officer Terry Miller |
| 2002 | Guilty Hearts (TV Movie) | Stephen Carrow |
| 2002 | Gale Force | Video | Det. Sam Garrett |
| 2002 | UC: Undercover (TV Series) | Teddy Collins |
| 2001 | Venomous | Video | Dr. David Henning |
| 2001 | Critical Mass | Mike Jeffers |
| 2001 | The Substitute: Failure Is Not an Option | Video | Karl Thomasson |
| 2001 | Crash Point Zero | Agent Jason Ross |
| 2001 | Skeletons in the Closet | Video | Will |
| 2000 | Hopewell (TV Movie) | David Jonas |
| 1999 | Journey to the Center of the Earth (TV Mini Series) | Theodore Lytton |
| 1999 | The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All (TV Movie) | Karl Thomasson |
| 1999 | 36 Hours to Die (TV Movie) | Noah Stone |
| 1999 | The Deep End of the Ocean | Pat |
| 1998 | Every Mother's Worst Fear (TV Movie) | Mitch Carson (uncredited) |
| 1998 | The Substitute 2: School's Out (TV Movie) | Karl Thomasson |
| 1998 | Escape: Human Cargo (TV Movie) | John McDonald |
| 1998 | Deep Rising | John Finnegan |
| 1997 | Cannes Man | Treat Williams |
| 1997 | The Devil's Own | Billy Burke |
| 1996 | The Phantom | Xander Drax |
| 1996 | The Taming Power of the Small (Short) | Unknown |
| 1996 | Mulholland Falls | Colonel Nathan Fitzgerald |
| 1996 | The Late Shift (TV Movie) | Michael Ovitz |
| 1995 | Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead | Critical Bill |
| 1995 | Johnny's Girl (TV Movie) | Johnny Ross |
| 1995 | In the Shadow of Evil (TV Movie) | Jack Brenner |
| 1993–1994 | Good Advice (TV Series) | Jack Harold |
| 1994 | Ho un segreto con papà (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1994 | Texan (TV Movie) | Man in Chinos |
| 1994 | Parallel Lives (TV Movie) | Peter Barnum |
| 1994 | Hand Gun | George McCallister |
| 1993 | Where the Rivers Flow North | Champ's Manager |
| 1993 | Avonlea (TV Series) | Zak Morgan |
| 1993 | Bonds of Love (TV Movie) | Robby Smith |
| 1992 | Deadly Matrimony (TV Movie) | Alan Masters |
| 1992 | Batman: The Animated Series (TV Series) | Milo (voice) |
| 1992 | The Water Engine (TV Movie) | Dave Murray |
| 1992 | Tales from the Crypt (TV Series) | Howard Prince |
| 1992 | Till Death Us Do Part (TV Movie) | Alan Palliko |
| 1991 | Final Verdict (TV Movie) | Earl Rogers |
| 1991 | Eddie Dodd (TV Series) | Eddie Dodd |
| 1990 | Beyond the Ocean | Robert Laidlow |
| 1990 | Drug Wars: The Camarena Story (TV Mini Series) | Ray Carson |
| 1990 | Max and Helen (TV Movie) | Max Rosenberg |
| 1989 | Heart of Dixie | Hoyt Cunningham |
| 1989 | Third Degree Burn (TV Movie) | Scott Weston |
| 1988 | Dead Heat | Roger Mortis |
| 1988 | The Third Solution | Mark Hendrix |
| 1988 | Night of the Sharks | David Ziegler |
| 1987 | Sweet Lies | Peter |
| 1987 | Echoes in the Darkness (TV Mini Series) | Rick Guida |
| 1987 | Faerie Tale Theatre (TV Series) | Prince Andrew |
| 1987 | J. Edgar Hoover (TV Movie) | J. Edgar Hoover |
| 1986 | The Men's Club | Terry |
| 1985 | Smooth Talk | Arnold Friend |
| 1985 | American Playhouse (TV Series) | Hudley T. Singleton III |
| 1984 | Flashpoint | Ernie Wyatt |
| 1984 | Once Upon a Time in America | Jimmy O'Donnell |
| 1984 | A Streetcar Named Desire (TV Movie) | Stanley Kowalski |
| 1983 | Dempsey (TV Movie) | Jack Dempsey |
| 1983 | Neapolitan Sting | Ferdinando detto Giugiù |
| 1981 | The Pursuit of D.B. Cooper | Meade |
| 1981 | Prince of the City | Detective Daniel Ciello |
| 1980 | Why Would I Lie? | Cletus |
| 1980 | Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back | Echo Base Trooper (uncredited) |
| 1941 | Unknown | Unknown |
| 1979 | Cpl. Chuck 'Stretch' Sitarski | Unknown |
| 1979 | Hair | Berger |
| 1976 | The Eagle Has Landed | Capt. Harry Clark |
| 1976 | Marathon Man | Central Park Jogger (uncredited) |
| 1976 | The Ritz | Michael Brick |
| 1975 | Deadly Hero | Billings |