Early Life and Career

Paul Dooley was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia in February 1928. He began his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in various theater productions and television shows.

Acting Career

Dooley’s career spanned over six decades, with over 200 acting credits to his name. He is best known for his roles in films such as The Out-of-Towners, Slap Shot, and Hairspray. He also provided the voice of Sarge in the Cars movies. On television, Dooley had recurring roles on shows like Curb Your Enthusiasm and Desperate Housewives. He was nominated for Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on The Practice and Dream On.