Richard Belzer

Richard Belzer, or "The Belz," had a reputation for being a bit of a cynic in the entertainment industry. A "stand-up journalist," he was known for his eccentricity, his intellect, and his once shadowy presence in the world of standup comedy. He once sued Hulk Hogan for dropping him on his head A veteran actor and comedian, he held a unique record for playing the same character, Detective John Munch, on five different television shows. The role originated on the series Homicide: Life on the Street and the character crossed over to Law & Order and the popular X-Files, Law & Or...