Al Powell — Die Hard Character Profile

About Al Powell

LAPD sergeant who becomes McClane's radio ally.

Al Powell — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Patrol tactics, Radio communication, Crisis support, Firearms proficiency, Empathetic leadership

• Strength: 6/10
• Intelligence: 7/10
• Charisma: 7.5/10
• Morality: 9/10
• Influence: 6.5/10

Affiliations

• Los Angeles Police Department

Quick Facts about Al Powell

Occupation

police officer

Al Powell's Known Relations

• Los Angeles Police Department — Employer

Al Powell appears in 2 titles

• Die Hard (1988)
• Die Hard 2 (1990) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Reginald VelJohnson

Appears in

Die Hard (1988)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Al Powell — Alliance Radio Ally — John McClane (Bruce Willis)

  McClane and Powell establish a critical communication link that bridges the isolated tower with external police forces.

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