Date of Birth: May 21, 1945
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Date of Death: February 7, 2017
Biography
Richard Lawrence Hatch was an American actor, writer, and producer, best known for his role as Captain Apollo in the original “Battlestar Galactica” television series in 1978. Born in Santa Monica, California, Hatch began his career in off-Broadway theater before moving to television where he appeared in soap operas like “All My Children.” His breakout role came in the 1970s with the hit series “The Streets of San Francisco,” where he played Inspector Dan Robbins. He continued to work in various television series and films throughout his career. Hatch was also an author and lecturer, frequently participating in science fiction conventions and writing several novels based on the “Battlestar Galactica” universe.
5 Interesting Facts about Richard Hatch
1. Richard Hatch was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for his role as Captain Apollo in “Battlestar Galactica.”
2. He wrote and co-authored several novels based on the “Battlestar Galactica” universe.
3. Hatch was a regular on the convention circuit and was known for his passionate engagement with fans.
4. He returned to the “Battlestar Galactica” franchise in the 2004 reboot, playing the character Tom Zarek.
5. Before his acting career took off, Hatch was interested in becoming a tennis player and competed in several junior tournaments.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Richard Hatch
1. “I think the most important thing about acting is being real.”
2. “You have to follow your heart and your dreams, no matter what anyone says.”
3. “Science fiction is a wonderful way to explore the human condition.”
4. “Battlestar Galactica was ahead of its time, and it dealt with issues that are still relevant today.”
5. “I believe in the power of storytelling to bring people together.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Richard Hatch was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Richard Hatch had one son, Paul Michael Hatch, who was born in 1967.
Relevant Links
1. [Richard Hatch on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004984/
2. [Richard Hatch’s Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Hatch_(actor
3. [Battlestar Galactica Wiki – Richard Hatch](https://galactica.fandom.com/wiki/Richard_Hatch
4. [Richard Hatch’s Official Website](http://www.richardhatch.com *(Note: Website may be archived*
