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  "id": 15671873,
  "title": "Richard Riehle, actor in 'Glory' and 'Office Space,' dies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-actor-in-glory-and-office-space-dies",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-19T23:49:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News (US)",
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    "url": "https://abcnews.com/Entertainment/wireStory/richard-riehle-dependable-tv-film-character-actor-glory-137397805"
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  "account": "Richard Riehle, a talented character actor known for his work in film and television, has passed away at the age of 78. Born in the United States, Riehle found his passion for acting while still a student at the University of Notre Dame. Unable to afford another year of education, he seized the opportunity to take all the available credits in speech and drama within a single semester. This decision led to his enrollment at the University of Minnesota, where he earned his MFA in Fine Arts.\n\nRiehle's career spanned almost five decades, with notable appearances in films such as \"Office Space,\" \"Glory,\" \"The Fugitive,\" and \"Executive Decision.\" He also made guest appearances on popular TV shows like \"The West Wing\" and \"Ferris Bueller's Day Off.\" Notably, Riehle had a strong connection to the \"Star Trek\" franchise, appearing in three different series. His Broadway career included a memorable revival of \"The Iceman Cometh\" alongside Paul Giamatti.\n\nThroughout his extensive career, Riehle was celebrated for his versatility as an actor, able to seamlessly transition between drama and comedy. His genuine kindness, generosity, and support for emerging talent were widely admired in the industry. Wright Entertainment, in a statement, praised Riehle's exceptional talent and the positive impact he had on the world of film and television.",
  "summary": "Beloved character actor Richard Riehle has died at 78",
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        "outlet": "Consequence",
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        "published": "2026-10-19T17:54:39.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "TVLine",
        "title": "Richard Riehle, Office Space Actor, Dead At 78",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-office-space-actor-dead-at-78",
        "published": "2026-10-19T18:38:11.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Forbes",
        "title": "Richard Riehle, ‘Office Space’ And ‘The Fugitive’ Actor, Dies At 78",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-office-space-and-the-fugitive-actor-dies-at-78",
        "published": "2026-10-19T18:53:40.000Z"
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        "outlet": "The A.V. Club",
        "title": "R.I.P. Richard Riehle, Office Space actor",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/r-i-p-richard-riehle-office-space-actor",
        "published": "2026-10-19T19:14:14.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Variety",
        "title": "Richard Riehle, Character Actor in ‘Office Space,’ ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Bridesmaids’ and More, Dies at 78",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-character-actor-in-office-space-star-trek-bridesmaids",
        "published": "2026-10-19T19:17:38.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Rolling Stone",
        "title": "Richard Riehle, Character Actor and ‘Office Space’ Scene-Stealer, Dead at 78",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-character-actor-and-office-space-scene-stealer-dead-at",
        "published": "2026-10-19T20:09:22.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "TheWrap",
        "title": "Richard Riehle, ‘Office Space’ Actor, Dies at 78",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-office-space-actor-dies-at-78-15652125",
        "published": "2026-10-19T20:09:44.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Hollywood Reporter",
        "title": "Richard Riehle, ‘Office Space’ Actor, Dies at 78",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-office-space-actor-dies-at-78",
        "published": "2026-10-19T20:17:41.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Deadline",
        "title": "Richard Riehle Dies: ‘Office Space’ & ‘Bridesmaids’ Actor Was 78",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/richard-riehle-dies-office-space-bridesmaids-actor-was-78",
        "published": "2026-10-19T20:51:49.000Z"
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