Richard Coogan

Biography

Richard Coogan was a versatile actor who got his start in radio and Broadway, appearing in productions such as Abie's Irish Rose and Diamond Lil alongside Mae West. He later took on the iconic role of Captain Video, playing it from 1949-1950 before leaving due to creative discomfort with the low-budget production. After transitioning to soap operas and film, Coogan appeared in notable roles such as Marshal Matthew Wayne on The Californians and Sergeant Whitney Brandon in Vice Raid, before retiring around 1964.