Ralph Waite
Actor

Ralph Waite

Ralph Waite is credited on 24 movies and 13 TV shows, best known by TMDB votes for Grey's Anatomy, Bones and The Bodyguard.

Born June 22, 1928 in White Plains, New York, USA; died February 13, 2014.

Filmography · 37 titles

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About Ralph Waite

Ralph Waite (June 22, 1928 – February 13, 2014) was an American actor. His most famous role may be John Walton Sr. on the 1970s CBS TV series The Waltons, which he occasionally directed. He is also well known for his portrayal of the slave ship first mate Slater in the mini-series Roots. Later in...

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