Richard Riehle
Birthday: 1948-05-12 | Place of Birth: Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, USARichard Riehle (May 12, 1948 – October 15, 2026) was an American character actor born in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. He studied at the University of Notre Dame, where he became involved with the university theater, and over nearly five decades appeared in more than 400 stage, film and television productions. He was best known as Tom Smykowski in Mike Judge's Office Space. His other films include The Fugitive, Terry Gilliam's Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas and Bridesmaids, he made several appearances in the Star Trek franchise, and he played Santa Claus in a number of productions.
Known For
Acting
Role
as Cook Gerald
as Edward
as Oscar
as Richter
as Santa Claus
as CEO
as Father Jacob
as Nicolas Young
as Old Man
as Sheriff Grimley
as Sheriff Huber
as Wilfred
as Willy Felson
as Father Donovan
as Grandpa Paul
as Granny
as Radio Announcer (voice)
as Sheriff John Cunningham
as Wally
as Gordon
as Henry Carter
as Rory Devonshire
as Allen Palms
as Father Joe
as Grandpa George
as Skeeter the cashier
as Grandpa Bell
as Herman
as Phil
