Richard Hell

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Characters played by Richard Hell

Bruce Meeker — Desperately Seeking Susan (1985)

A mobster involved in a tryst with Susan at an Atlantic City hotel. Susan steals the ornate Egyptian earrings from his coat before leaving, and he is later reported killed, an event that makes Susan's connection to the earrings dangerous.

Eric — Smithereens (1982)

Eric is a former member of the one-hit-wonder punk group Smithereens. Unemployed and staying in Billy's apartment, he claims to be forming a new group for Los Angeles. He draws Wren into robbing Ed, then betrays her and Billy by taking the money and leaving for Los Angeles alone.

Billy — Blank Generation (1980)

Billy is a rising New York City musician in a turbulent relationship with journalist Nada. Prone to violent mood swings, he jeopardizes his band's concert and becomes disillusioned after signing away his rights and royalties to Jack. While Nada is away, he gets involved with Lizzy, then drives Nada to the airport when she says they are breaking up.

Career Overview

Richard Hell has 25 screen credits in a career dating back to 1976. Signature works include Llik Your Idols, What About Me, Sadness at Leaving. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
25
Birth Date
1949-10-02
Birth Place
Lexington, Kentucky

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