Paul Le Mat

Biography

Born 09/22/1945

A beefy, laconic leading man of the 1970s, Le Mat is best known for his performances in George Lucas' "American Graffiti" (1973) and especially as Melvin Dummar, an aimless blue-collar worker who enjoys a fortunate encounter with millionaire Howard Hughes, in Jonathan Demme's engaging, off-beat...
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Awards

  • In 1984, received Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Made-for-Television Movie
  • In 1973, received Golden Globe Award for Most Promising Newcomer-Male

Highlights

  • In 1994, Cast as regular in the syndicated series "Lonsome Dove: The Outlaw Years"
  • In 1980, Played leading role of Melvin Dummar in "Melvin and Howard"
  • In 1973, Film acting debut in "American Graffiti"

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