Entertainment Weekly describes Riehle as a character actor known for supporting roles in both films.
Entertainment Weekly reports that Richard Riehle died at 78. The character actor was known for supporting roles in films including ‘Office Space’ and ‘Bridesmaids’.
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Richard Riehle, the character actor who played Tom Smykowski in “Office Space,” has died at 78. Variety reports that he died of natural causes Oct. 15 in Los Angeles and says it confirmed his death.
In “Office Space,” Smykowski is an Initech product manager who loses his job, survives a hit-and-run and uses the resulting settlement to build a “Jump to Conclusions” mat. Variety recounts the character’s story.
Riehle’s work extended well beyond that film. Variety says he appeared in more than 400 films, television shows and other projects, including “Bridesmaids.” He played Walt Finnerty on “Grounded for Life” and appeared across the “Star Trek” franchise, including as Batai in “The Next Generation.” Variety reports that he is survived by his wife, Jane Latham, and their four children.
Many accounts mourned Richard Riehle’s death by praising his memorable turns in Office Space and as Bumi in The Legend of Korra, while a few voiced shock at the loss.
Based on 27 sentiment-bearing replies from 26 accounts across 4 conversations.
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Many accounts mourned Richard Riehle’s death by praising his memorable turns in Office Space and as Bumi in The Legend of Korra, while a few voiced shock at the loss.
Based on 27 sentiment-bearing replies from 26 accounts across 4 conversations.
