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Ted McGinley

A seasoned sitcom star with a knack for comedy and a legacy of memorable roles, Ted McGinley navigates the challenges of reinvention as he balances nostalgia and new beginnings in a rapidly changing entertainment world.

Born

1958

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Producer

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In short · Acting since 1977, 6 decades active, 55 credits.

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Biography

Theodore Martin McGinley is an American actor who has appeared in television and film. He is best known for his role as Jefferson D'Arcy on the sitcom *Married... with Children* and as Charley Shanowski on the ABC comedy *Hope & Faith*. He also portrayed Derek Bishop in the Apple TV+ series *Shrinking*. Earlier in his career, he had recurring roles on *Happy Days*, *Dynasty*, and *The Love Boat*. McGinley is also recognized for his portrayal of the villainous Stan Gable in the film *Revenge of the Nerds* and its subsequent made-for-television sequels.

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