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Dirk Benedict (born Dirk Niewoehner; March 1, 1945) is an American film, television and stage actor, and author. He is best known for playing the characters Lieutenant Starbuck in the original Battlestar Galactica film and television series and Templeton "Faceman" Peck in The A-Team television series.
IMDb profile of Dirk Benedict, who starred in Battlestar Galactica, The A-Team, and other shows and movies. Learn about his biography, filmography, trivia, and more.
- January 1, 1
- 1.80 m
- Helena, Montana, USA
Jan 4, 2024 · Learn about Dirk Benedict's life, career, books, and upcoming appearances. Join the community of fans and friends who celebrate his work and legacy.
Jun 20, 2019 · Dirk Benedict was born as Dirk Niewoehner on March 1, 1945, in the small town of Sulphur Springs, Montana. He changed his German last name to the more pronounceable "Benedict," allegedly after ...
Dirk Benedict. Actor: The A-Team. Dirk Benedict was born in Montana on March 1st, 1945. He was raised in the country, far away from anything connected with movies or acting. He gathered his first experiences in acting (on a dare) in a college production of "Showboat" where he got the main part. His father, a lawyer, died when Dirk was 18, which was hard for him to take. While working...
- March 1, 1945
Jan 9, 2024 · Dirk Benedict survived cancer just before becoming ''Faceman''. When The A-Team premiered in 1983, screenings following the Super Bowl helped spike ratings and make it an instant hit. As most fans know, the cast seen in the pilot slightly shifted when the original actor cast as Templeton "Faceman" Peck — Tim Dunigan — was suddenly replaced ...
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Dirk Benedict is a versatile performer who has appeared in various movies and TV shows, such as The A-Team, Battlestar Galactica, and Galactica 1980. See his full list of credits, birth name, birth place, and profession on TV Guide.