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Bud Cort
Born 1948-03-29Rye, New York, USA
Walter Edward Cox, known professionally as Bud Cort (March 29, 1948 – February 11, 2026) was an American film and stage actor, writer, and director. He is best known for his portrayals of Harold in Hal Ashby's 1971 film Harold and Maude and the titular hero in Robert Altman's 1970 film Brewster McCloud. Both films have large cult followings today.
Screen work
Movies & roles
AffectionsRoleThe Little PrinceThe King (voice)The Source FamilySelf (archive footage)The Number 23Dr. Sirius LearyThis Is an AdventureSelfMatthew Gray Gubler's Life Aquatic Intern JournalSelfThe Life Aquatic with Steve ZissouBill UbellThe Big EmptyNeelyRaw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron'Self (archive footage)PollockHoward PutzelCoyote UglyRomeroBut I'm a CheerleaderPeterThe Million Dollar HotelShortySouth of Heaven, West of HellAgent OttsAltman on His Own TermsSelfDogmaJohn Doe JerseyI Woke Up Early the Day I DiedShopkeeperSweet JaneDr. GeilerJittersMichaelHeatSolenko, Restaurant Manager (uncredited)Theodore RexSpinnerGirl in the CadillacBudCrazy for a KissDr. WebbAnd the Band Played OnAntique Shop Owner