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Erich Anderson Dies: ‘Felicity’, ‘Thirtysomething’ Actor Was 67


Erich Anderson, a prolific television actor perhaps best known for his portrayal on Felicity as the title character's father, died of cancer May 31.

Launching his film career in 1984 with a role in Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, Anderson was also featured at the same time in the TV series Bay City Blues. In 1990 he landed a recurring role that would become one of his most recognizable: On seven episodes of thirtysomething, he played Billy Sidel, a romantic partner for Polly Draper’s Ellyn Warren. Anderson stayed busy on television well into the 21st Century, with appearances on Major Crimes, Franklin & Bash, and a six-episode run on Bosch, among other shows.

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