Robert David Hall
Robert David Hall | |
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 Hall in 2007 | |
| Born | November 9, 1947 |
| Education | Tustin High School |
| Alma mater | UCLA |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1983–present |
| Spouse(s) | Judy Sterns (1999–present) Connie Cole (1979–1987) Susan Petroni (1969–1974) |
Robert David Hall (born November 9, 1947) is an American actor, best known for his role as coroner Dr. Albert Robbins M.D. on the television show CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
Early life
Born in East Orange, New Jersey, Hall attended Tustin High School in California and went on to graduate from UCLA in 1971 with a degree in English Literature. Hall is a former professional musician and accomplished guitarist, and is also proficient on piano, percussion and mandolin.[1] For several years he was a high-profile radio DJ in Los Angeles. His musical talent has been alluded to in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation several times, as his character Dr. Al Robbins would sometimes sing while performing the autopsy or with Gil Grissom when the latter came to the morgue to collect evidence. He has also done extensive voice work on television commercials and cartoons.
In 1978, Hall had to have both of his legs amputated as a result of an accident in which an 18-wheeler truck crushed his car. The accident also caused the gasoline tank of the car to explode, causing burns over 65% of his body. He now comfortably uses prosthetic limbs, allowing for personal mobility. Several of his characters, including his CSI character, have openly shared this disability. He is a prominent advocate for disabled Americans. Hall (as Dr. Robbins) mentioned once that he has prosthetic legs, but never alluded to the accident in reality.
Life and career
In addition to starring on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Robert has appeared in such films as Starship Troopers and The Negotiator and has made guest appearances in a number of TV programs including The West Wing and L.A. Law. He also furnishes the narration on CourtTV's documentary series North Mission Road. Currently, Hall is working on the short thriller "The Roymann Closure in the Netherlands", written by writer/director David Grifhorst and executive producer Jop Douma.
Hall was married to Susan Petroni from 1969 until their divorce in 1974, and Connie Cole from 1979 until their divorce in 1987. His son, Andrew, was born of his second marriage. Hall's third and current marriage is to Judy Sterns in 1999.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Deal of the Century | Ray Penido | uncredited |
| 1985 | Here Comes the Littles | Dinky Little (voice role) | film debut |
| 1991 | Class Action | Steven Kellen | |
| 1993 | Once Upon a Forest | Truck Driver (voice role) | |
| 1993 | Dream Lover | Dr. Sheen | |
| 1997 | Starship Troopers | Recruiting Sergeant | |
| 1998 | The Negotiator | Cale Wangro | |
| 2001 | Shattering Images | Nicole's Dad | Short film |
| 2002 | My Father's House | The Man On Crutches | |
| 2004 | The Eavesdropper | I.R.B. Board Chairman | |
| 2007 | Legs | Roosevelt Garland | Short film |
| 2007 | The Gene Generation | Abraham | |
| 2008 | The Roymann Closure | unknown | Short film |
| 2015 | Rock Story | Congressman Connelly | |
| 2016 | Diffability Hollywood | Himself | Documentary |
| 2018 | Major Arcana | Gene | Short film |
| TBR | Aaah! Roach! | President Kozlow |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-1985 | The Littles | Dinky Little/Mr. Bigg (voice role) | television debut series regular; 29 episodes |
| 1984 | G.I. Joe: The Revenge of Cobra | Colonel Sharp (voice role) | Television Miniseries; 2 episodes |
| 1985 | G.I. Joe | Colonel Sharp (voice role) | 8 episodes; recurring role |
| 1986 | ABC Weekend Specials | Dinky Little (voice role) | Episode: "Liberty and the Littles" |
| 1989 | Highway to Heaven | Wayne Secrest | Episode: "The Squeaky Wheel" |
| 1991-1993 | Life Goes On | Mr. Mott | 6 episodes; recurring role |
| 1991-1993 | L.A. Law | Judge Myron Swaybill | 3 episodes; recurring role |
| 1992 | Mann & Machine | Dave Murphy | Episode: "Prototype" |
| 1992 | Batman: The Animated Series | Additional voices (voice role) | Episode: "Heart of Ice" |
| 1992-1994 | Beverly Hills, 90210 | The Teacher/Beggar | 3 episodes; recurring role |
| 1994 | Love & War | Doug | Episode: "The Squeaky Wheel" |
| 1996 | Andersonville | Samson | Television Movie |
| 1996 | High Incident | Dominic | 2 episodes |
| 1997 | Prison of Secrets | Judge | Television Movie |
| 1997 | Brooklyn South | John Keough | Episode: "Clown Without Pity" |
| 1997 | Party of Five | Bureaucrat | Episode: "Adjustments" |
| 1997-2000 | Superman | Spokesman/ReporterNews Anchor (voice role) | 3 episodes |
| 1998 | Promised Land | Edward Brogan | Episode: "Purple Heart" |
| 1998 | The New Batman Adventures | Reporter (voice role) | Episode: "Mean Seasons" |
| 1999 | Touched by an Angel | Harry | Episode: "Fool of Love" |
| 1999-2001 | The Practice | Judge Bradley Michaelson | 4 episodes; recurring role |
| 2000 | The West Wing | David Nessler | Episode: "Celestial Navigation" |
| 2000 | The Burkittville 7 | David Hooper | Television Short |
| 2000 | Batman Beyond | Fulton (voice role) | Episode: "Speak No Evil" |
| 2000-2015 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Albert "Al" Robbins" | series regular; 282 episodes (season 3-15) recurring role; 46 episodes (season1-2) |
| 2000 | Family Law | Judge | Episode: "Human Error" |
| 2001 | Family Law | unknown | 2 episodes |
| 2002 | The Zeta Project | Thad (voice role) | Episode: "Eye of the Storm" |
| 2003 | Static Shock | Pilot (voice role) | Episode: "Shebang" |
| 2006 | North Mission Road | Narrator | Episode: "From the Ashes" |
| 2006 | Avatar: The Last Airbender | Additional voices (voice role) | Episode: "Appa's Lost Days" |
| 2007 | The Batman | Pilot (voice role) | Episode: "Artifacts" |
| 2007 | Ben 10: Secret of the Omnitrix | Azmuth (voice role) | Television Movie |
| 2008-2009 | Ben 10: Alien Force | HighBreed Guard/Forever Knight #3/Counterman (voice role) | 3 episodes |
| 2012 | Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens | Azumth (voice role) | Television Movie |
| 2013 | The Wrong Woman | Judge Wallace | Television Movie |
| 2015 | CSI: Immortality | Al Robbins | Television Movie |
| 2017 | sunsaneLand | Mr. Tulchinsky | Episode: "Mr. Tulchinsky" |
Video Game
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Albert "Al" Robbins (voice role) | |
| 2004 | CSI: Grime Scene Investigation - Dark Motives | Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Albert "Al" Robbins (voice role) | |
| 2005 | ER: The Game | Dr. VanDeer (voice role) | |
| 2006 | CSI: 3 Dimensions of Murder | Dr. Al Robbins (voice role) | |
| 2007 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation - Hard Evidence | Al Robbins (voice role) | |
| 2009 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation - Deadly Intent | Dr. Al Robbins (voice role) | |
| 2010 | CSI: Fatal Conspiracy | Dr. Al Robbins (voice role) |
Awards and nominations
Discography
- 2010: Things they don't teach you in school, CD album:[2]
- Kick It To The Side Of The Road (Robert David Hall)
- Wondering Where You Are (Robert David Hall)
- Things They Don’t Teach You In School (Robert David Hall)
- It Just Is (Robert David Hall)
- (Keep On) Pushin’ It Through (Chris Wall/Robert David Hall)
- One Door Closes (Robert David Hall/Chris Wall)
- Wishes (Robert David Hall)
- For Judy (Robert David Hall)
- I Feel Like Hank Williams Tonight (Chris Wall)
- Sittin’ On Top Of The World (Lonnie Carter/Walter Jacobs)
- Ten O’Clock Train (Robert David Hall)
- Just Because (Bob Shelton, Joe Shelton, Sid Robin)
References
- ^ "Ability Magazine: Robert David Hall - interview by Chet Cooper". Archived from the original on 2012-02-24. Retrieved 2012-04-03.
- ^ "Nash Country Daily". Nash Country Daily. Archived from the original on 6 August 2010. Retrieved 26 April 2018.
External links
- Robert David Hall Interview on NotableInterviews.com
- Robert David Hall Bio at CBS - CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
- Interview in Ability Magazine
- Robert David Hall at IMDb
| International | |
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| National | |
- 1947 births
- American amputees
- American male film actors
- American male television actors
- American male voice actors
- Living people
- Guitarists from New Jersey
- Musicians from East Orange, New Jersey
- 20th-century American guitarists
- 20th-century American pianists
- Amputee actors
- American male pianists
- 21st-century American pianists
- 20th-century American male musicians
- 21st-century American male musicians