Tim Reid

Tim Reid: Biography in Details

Who is Tim Reid?

Tim Reid is a talented American actor plus film director.

He is popular for his roles in prime-time American television programs, such as Venus Flytrap on WKRP in Cincinnati (1978–82), as well as in Marcel “Downtown“.

Also, Reid starred in a CBS series, Frank’s Place, as a professor who inherits a Louisiana restaurant.

Likely, Reid is also the founder and president of Legacy Media Institute, a non-profit organization “dedicated to bringing together leading professionals in the film and television industry, outstanding actors, and young men and women who wish to pursue a career in the entertainment media”.

Tim Reid: Age, Parents, Siblings, Nationality, Ethnicity

Tim Reid was born in Norfolk, Virginia, the United States on December 19, 1944.

His birth name is Timothy Lee Reid and currently, and he is 78 years old.

He was raised in the Crestwood area of Chesapeake, Virginia, formerly Norfolk County, Virginia.

His father’s name is William Lee Reid and his mother’s name is Augustine Reid.

There is no information about his siblings. Tim holds American citizenship, but his ethnicity is unknown. His birth sign is Sagittarius.

Education, School/ College University

Talking about Tim’s education history, he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration at Norfolk State College in 1968.

Tim Reid: Professional Life, Career

Talking about his profession, Reid’s entertainment career also began in 1968.

Additionally, Reid started on the short-lived Richard Pryor Show.

In addition, Reid also starred as DJ “Venus Flytrap” on the hit CBS sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati, in what is perhaps his best-known TV role.

Also, Reid starred as Lieutenant Marcel Proust’s “Downtown” Brown (episodes 43-127), on the CBS detective series Simon & Simon.

Likely, Reid appeared in the initial movie version of Stephen King’s epic horror novel It.

He played the role of Mike Hanlon, a librarian at the Derry, Maine Public Library, and one of the seven main protagonists.

Though he admitted having a great time working on the project, Reid later expressed his disappointment with the fact that his character was absent from the climactic showdown against the titular villain (played by Tim Curry).

He made an appearance as Sgt. Whereas, Ray Bennett of the Seacouver Police Department in three first-season episodes of Highlander: The Series.

He had a starring role in the series Sister as Ray Campbell, for the entire six-season run.

On April 13, 2009, Reid appeared opposite former co-star Tamera Mowry on the short-lived ABC Family series Roommates as Mr. Daniels.

Reid also had a recurring role on That ’70s Show as William Barnett.

Besides that, Reid has directed various television programs as well as the film Once Upon a Time…When We Were Colored is based on a novel by Clifton L. Taulbert.

He also directed and adapted a children’s TV show called Bobobobs which aired in the late 1980s.

Therefore, Reid is the creator of Stop the Madness, an after-school special video in the fight against drugs recorded on December 11, 1985.

Awards, Nomination

He won Television Specials for About Sarah (1998) at Christopher Award, and he won Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Frank’s Place (1987) at Image Award.

He also won Once Upon a Time… When We Were Colored (1995) at Audience Choice Award. He won Best Actor in a Quality Comedy Series for Frank’s Place (1987) at Q Award.

Tim Reid: Net Worth, Salary

This senior actor has an estimated net worth of around $3 million earned from his professional career.

But his salary is unknown.

Tim Reid: Rumors and Controversy

Reid is successful in maintaining his career.

Currently, he has not been part of any rumors or controversies yet.

Body Measurements: Height, Weight, Body Size

Tim Reid has a height of 6 feet 2 inches.

Additionally, his weight is unknown. His hair and eye color are dark brown.

Social Media

Reid doesn’t have an official page on any social site like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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