Peter White

Peter White

Deceased · Born: Oct 10, 1937 · Died: Nov 1, 2023

Personal Details

BornOct 10, 1937 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Kenneth White
Relatives
  • Danny White (Sibling)

Biography

Peter White, a legendary American actor, made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished for generations to come, until his untimely passing on November 1, 2023.

Born on October 10, 1937, White's remarkable career spanned numerous decades, during which he consistently delivered memorable performances that captivated audiences and earned him widespread recognition.

One of his most iconic roles was undoubtedly his portrayal of Alan, a lawyer who accidentally crashes a gay men's birthday party, in the groundbreaking play and film, The Boys in the Band. This pivotal role not only showcased White's impressive acting abilities but also cemented his place in the annals of entertainment history.

What's more, White held the distinction of being the only straight character in the entire production, lending an additional layer of complexity to his performance and further underscoring the significance of his role.

Throughout his illustrious career, White's dedication to his craft and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of what was considered acceptable in the entertainment industry will be remembered and revered for years to come.

Career

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2006
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2005
See Arnold Run
See Arnold Run as Bob White
{"id":7178,"title":"First Daughter","year":"2004","character":"College Dean","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/first-daughter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6aha7niemfh0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6aha7niemfh0.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
First Daughter
First Daughter as College Dean
{"id":4167,"title":"Thirteen Days","year":"2000","character":"John McCone","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/thirteen-days","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72pir2qvov80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72pir2qvov80.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Thirteen Days
Thirteen Days as John McCone
{"id":55245,"title":"Passport to Paris","year":"1999","character":"Grandpa Edward","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/passport-to-paris","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_55245.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_55245.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
Passport to Paris
Passport to Paris as Grandpa Edward
{"id":273,"title":"Armageddon","year":"1998","character":"Secretary of Defense","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/armageddon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/56pnrtfb6do0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/56pnrtfb6do0.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Armageddon
Armageddon as Secretary of Defense
{"id":107,"title":"The X-Files","year":1998,"character":"Gene Gogolak","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-x-files","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vr17bjebl9g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vr17bjebl9g.jpg"},"released":1}
The X-Files
The X-Files as Gene Gogolak
{"id":35422,"title":"Mother","year":"1996","character":"Charles","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mother","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_35422.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_35422.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
Mother
Mother as Charles
{"id":6863,"title":"Mr. Wrong","year":"1996","character":"Mr. Alston","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mr-wrong","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_6863.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_6863.jpg"},"released":1}
Mr. Wrong
Mr. Wrong as Mr. Alston
{"id":4778,"title":"Dave","year":"1993","character":"Secretary of Commerce","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dave","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/38jlao5nebv0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/38jlao5nebv0.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Dave
Dave as Secretary of Commerce
{"id":59433,"title":"Diary of a Hitman","year":"1991","character":"Man in Garage","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/diary-of-a-hitman","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/24pflbp80d40.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/24pflbp80d40.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Diary of a Hitman
Diary of a Hitman as Man in Garage
{"id":93747,"title":"The Execution","year":"1985","character":"Gil Spahn","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-execution","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_93747.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_93747.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
The Execution
The Execution as Gil Spahn
{"id":9953,"title":"Crazy Like a Fox","year":1985,"character":"Russ Cramer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/crazy-like-a-fox","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9953.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9953.jpg"},"released":1}
Crazy Like a Fox
Crazy Like a Fox as Russ Cramer
{"id":162093,"title":"Sins of the Past","year":"1984","character":"Peter Halloran","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sins-of-the-past","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162093.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162093.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Sins of the Past
Sins of the Past as Peter Halloran
{"id":63291,"title":"Between Two Brothers","year":"1982","character":"Alex Brock","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/between-two-brothers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63291.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63291.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
{"id":81737,"title":"Blade","year":"1973","character":"Freund","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/blade-1973","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81737.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81737.jpg"},"released":1}
1973
Blade
Blade as Freund
{"id":81812,"title":"The Pursuit of Happiness","year":"1971","character":"Terence Lawrence","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-pursuit-of-happiness-1971","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81812.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81812.jpg"},"released":1}
1971
The Pursuit of Happiness
The Pursuit of Happiness as Terence Lawrence
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1970
The Boys in the Band
The Boys in the Band as Alan McCarthy