Richard Kind

Biography

Richard Bruce Kind, born on November 22, 1956, is a versatile American actor and comedian renowned for his work across stage, screen, and voice. He gained prominence with memorable roles, including Captain Stan Yenko on CBS's *East New York* (2022-23), Dr. Mark Devanow on *Mad About You* (1992–1999, 2019), and Paul Lassiter on *Spin City* (1996–2002). His recent work includes portraying Peter in *The History of the World Part II* (2023) and Mitch in Netflix's *The Watcher*. Additional notable performances feature Formica Michael Mikowitz on *The Goldbergs*, Walter Bloom in *tick, tick... Boom!* (2021), and appearances in films such as *Bombshell* (2019) and *Argo* (2012).

Kind's theatrical journey began in Chicago, where he showcased his talent in various stage productions before making his Broadway debut in 1984 with *The Pirates of Penzance*. He has been part of acclaimed productions like *The Producers*, *The Tale of the Allergist's Wife*, and *Candide*, earning a Drama Desk Award and a Tony nomination for *The Big Knife*. With over 50 films to his credit, including *Clifford* (1994) and *Beau Is Afraid* (2023), Kind's impact on the entertainment industry is significant.

Beyond acting, Kind is deeply committed to social justice causes, serving on the board of directors for the Creative Coalition and supporting organizations like the Human Rights Campaign and the Anti-Defamation League. He is also a proud alumnus of Chicago's Second City.