Ron Masak

Ron Masak

Deceased · Born: Jul 1, 1936 · Died: Oct 20, 2022

Personal Details

BornJul 1, 1936 Chicago, Illinois, USA
Relatives
  • Michael Gross (Cousin)
  • Mary Gross (Cousin)
  • Kaylie Defilippis (Grandchild)
  • Isabelle Deflippis (Grandchild)

Biography

Noted thespian, celebrated for his captivating on-screen presence, has made a lasting impact on the world of entertainment, earning widespread recognition and acclaim for his iconic portrayal of Sheriff Mort Metzger in the beloved television series Murder, She Wrote.

As a seasoned actor with a long and storied career, he has consistently demonstrated an impressive range and versatility, effortlessly bringing to life a wide variety of characters that have endeared him to audiences worldwide, showcasing his remarkable ability to adapt to diverse roles and genres, captivating viewers with his nuanced performances, and solidifying his position as a respected and accomplished thespian.

Notable among his extensive repertoire of acting credits is the captivating portrayal of Sheriff Mort Metzger, a character that has transcended the realm of mere television to become an indelible icon of the beloved and long-running series Murder, She Wrote.

Noted for his exceptional acting prowess, he has successfully infused the character of Sheriff Metzger with a palpable sense of warmth, humor, and authenticity, thereby rendering him an endearing and indispensable component of the show's lasting charm.

Throughout the entirety of his remarkable and distinguished career, he has consistently and steadfastly demonstrated a profound and unwavering dedication to his craft, continuously delivering exceptional and outstanding performances that have garnered him widespread recognition, accolades, and admiration from numerous quarters and corners, ultimately cementing his reputation as a master of his art.

A renowned individual, he has amassed an extensive portfolio of accomplishments, yet his humility and unwavering commitment to his vocation remain evident, as he continues to captivate and delight diverse audiences with his extraordinary abilities and steadfast dedication.

The extraordinary career of this remarkable individual has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, with his unforgettable depiction of Sheriff Mort Metzger standing as a beacon of excellence, a shining testament to his remarkable talent and enduring impact on the industry, as he continues to mesmerize and captivate audiences with his iconic performance, forever solidifying his status as a Hollywood legend of the highest order.

Career

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2018
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2014
{"id":2600,"title":"The Benchwarmers","year":"2006","character":"Principal","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-benchwarmers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/afmudcfnd900.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/afmudcfnd900.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
The Benchwarmers
The Benchwarmers as Principal
{"id":154018,"title":"The Stoneman","year":"2002","character":"Detective Lt. J.D. Hill","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-stoneman","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_154018.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_154018.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
The Stoneman
The Stoneman as Detective Lt. J.D. Hill
{"id":23765,"title":"No Code of Conduct","year":"1999","character":"Julian Disanto","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/no-code-of-conduct","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23765.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23765.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
No Code of Conduct
No Code of Conduct as Julian Disanto
{"id":85423,"title":"When Time Expires","year":"1997","character":"TV Evangelist","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/when-time-expires","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_85423.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_85423.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
When Time Expires
When Time Expires as TV Evangelist
{"id":1070,"title":"Columbo","year":1990,"character":"Eddie Fenelle","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/columbo","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5206ngri7lg0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5206ngri7lg0.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
Columbo
Columbo as Eddie Fenelle
{"id":80230,"title":"Listen to Me","year":"1989","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/listen-to-me","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80230.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80230.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
{"id":8524,"title":"Remington Steele","year":1985,"character":"Harry Cranston","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/remington-steele","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8524.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8524.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Remington Steele
Remington Steele as Harry Cranston
{"id":2076,"title":"Murder, She Wrote","year":1984,"character":"Lieutenant Meyer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/murder-she-wrote","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2qu16fume7r0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2qu16fume7r0.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Murder, She Wrote
Murder, She Wrote as Lieutenant Meyer
{"id":200778,"title":"The Neighborhood","year":"1982","character":"Nick Riccardo","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-neighborhood-1982","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_200778.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_200778.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
The Neighborhood
The Neighborhood as Nick Riccardo
{"id":63798,"title":"The Aliens Are Coming","year":"1980","character":"Harve Nelson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-aliens-are-coming","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63798.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63798.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
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{"id":10059,"title":"Magnum, P.I.","year":1980,"character":"J.J. Stein","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/magnum-pi-1980","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4l5eri3mtc00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4l5eri3mtc00.jpg"},"released":1}
Magnum, P.I.
Magnum, P.I. as J.J. Stein
{"id":8584,"title":"Quincy M.E.","year":1980,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/quincy-me","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8584.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8584.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":185978,"title":"Supertrain","year":"1979","character":"Fred","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/supertrain","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_185978.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_185978.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
{"id":163530,"title":"Pleasure Cove","year":"1979","character":"Joe","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pleasure-cove","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163530.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163530.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":24254,"title":"Laserblast","year":"1978","character":"Sheriff","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/laserblast","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_24254.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_24254.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
Laserblast
Laserblast as Sheriff
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Harper Valley P.T.A.
Harper Valley P.T.A. as Herbie Maddox
{"id":10208,"title":"Wonder Woman","year":1978,"character":"Duane","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/wonder-woman","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/69eess7fp8a0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/69eess7fp8a0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":163969,"title":"In the Glitter Palace","year":"1977","character":"Fred Ruggiero","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/in-the-glitter-palace","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163969.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163969.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
In the Glitter Palace
In the Glitter Palace as Fred Ruggiero
{"id":103834590,"title":"Once an Eagle","year":1976,"character":"Maynard Lambert","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/once-an-eagle","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834590.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834590.jpg"},"released":1}
1976
Once an Eagle
Once an Eagle as Maynard Lambert
{"id":133344,"title":"The Man from Clover Grove","year":"1975","character":"Claude Raintree","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-man-from-clover-grove","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_133344.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_133344.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
The Man from Clover Grove
The Man from Clover Grove as Claude Raintree
{"id":186210,"title":"Heat of Anger","year":"1972","character":"Police Sergeant","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/heat-of-anger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_186210.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_186210.jpg"},"released":1}
1972
Heat of Anger
Heat of Anger as Police Sergeant
{"id":64953,"title":"Evel Knievel","year":"1971","character":"Pete","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/evel-knievel-1971","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64953.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64953.jpg"},"released":1}
1971
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Assault on the Wayne
Assault on the Wayne as CPO Corky Schmidt
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{"id":18445,"title":"Tora! Tora! Tora!","year":"1970","character":"Lt. Laurence Ruff - USS Nevada","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tora-tora-tora","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5fmfdlah11o0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5fmfdlah11o0.jpg"},"released":1}
1970
Tora! Tora! Tora!
Tora! Tora! Tora! as Lt. Laurence Ruff - USS Nevada
{"id":65150,"title":"A Time for Dying","year":"1969","character":"Sam - the Bartender","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-time-for-dying","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65150.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65150.jpg"},"released":1}
1969
A Time for Dying
A Time for Dying as Sam - the Bartender
{"id":14624,"title":"Daddy's Gone A-Hunting","year":"1969","character":"Paul Fleming (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/daddys-gone-a-hunting","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14624.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14624.jpg"},"released":1}
Daddy's Gone A-Hunting
Daddy's Gone A-Hunting as Paul Fleming (uncredited)
{"id":81907,"title":"Ice Station Zebra","year":"1968","character":"Paul Zabrinczski","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ice-station-zebra","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81907.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81907.jpg"},"released":1}
1968
Ice Station Zebra
Ice Station Zebra as Paul Zabrinczski
{"id":10365,"title":"I Dream of Jeannie","year":1968,"character":"MacWhorter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/i-dream-of-jeannie","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/50eb05a43mm0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/50eb05a43mm0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":10380,"title":"Bewitched","year":1968,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/bewitched","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10380.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10380.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":10338,"title":"The Flying Nun","year":1967,"character":"Mike","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-flying-nun","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10338.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10338.jpg"},"released":1}
1967
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