
Judd Seymore Hirsch (born March 15, 1935) is anAmerican actor most known for playing Alex Rieger on the television comedy seriesTaxi. He won anEmmy Award (1983), aGolden Globe Award (1988), aDrama Desk Award (1976), and aTony Award (1986, 1992). He was nominated for theAcademy Award for Best Supporting Actor twice for his roles inOrdinary People (1980) andThe Fabelmans (2022).
Hirsch was born on March 15, 1935 inThe Bronx,New York.[1] He studied atDeWitt Clinton High School and at theCity College of New York. Hirsch was married to Elissa Hirsch from 1956 until they divorced in 1958. Then he was married to Bonni Sue Chalkin from 1992 until they divorced in 2005. He has three children.