Dick Butkus
Actor
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.
Filmography
The Last Boy Scout
as Himself 1991
Any Given Sunday
as Opposing Coach - Game 3 1999
Johnny Dangerously
as Arthur 1984
Necessary Roughness
as Convict Football Player 1991
Brian's Song
as Dick Butkus (uncredited) 1971
Spontaneous Combustion
as Lt. General 1990
Mother, Jugs & Speed
as Rodeo 1976
Gus
as Rob Cargil 1976
Hamburger: The Motion Picture
as Drootin 1986
WrestleMania II
as Referee 1986
Cry, Onion!
as Jeff 1975
Deadly Games
as Joe Adams 1982
Smorgasbord
as Anti-Smoking Enforcer 1983
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
as Brom Bones 1980
The Stepford Children
as Tom Wilcox 1987
Superdome
as Scott Hennerson 1978