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Tim Matheson is a veteran actor, director, and producer whose career spans over seven decades in Hollywood. With a journey that began in childhood, Tim has grown from a young actor in beloved classics to an industry stalwart known for his immense talent and versatility. Best known for his role as Vice President John Hoynes on the critically acclaimed series “The West Wing,” Matheson also captured hearts as the charming Otter in the cult classic film “Animal House.” His extensive work includes popular early roles in shows like “Bonanza” and “Leave It to Beaver,” showcasing his range from an early age. More recently, he has become a familiar face to a new generation through his role as Dr. Vernon Mullins in the popular Netflix series “Virgin River,” where he brings warmth and depth to the beloved character. Beyond the screen, Tim has shared countless memories and lessons from his life in show business, reflecting on the relationships and experiences that have shaped him. Tim joins John to talk about his new book, Damn Glad to Meet You, a heartfelt recounting of his rich experiences and unforgettable stories from a lifetime in entertainment. In this episode, we explore tales featuring legends such as Lucille Ball, Dick Van Dyke, John Candy, Clint Eastwood, and Mel Brooks, offering listeners an intimate glimpse behind the scenes of Hollywood’s golden moments. From working with comedy giants to sharing insights on dramatic storytelling, Tim’s reflections are a celebration of an extraordinary career filled with resilience, humor, and cherished friendships.
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Tim Matheson is an American actor, director and producer perhaps best known for his portrayal of the smooth talking 'Eric "Otter" Stratton' in the 1978 comedy, National Lampoon's Animal House (1978), but has had a variety of other well-known roles both before and since, including critical accolades for his playing "Vice President John Hoynes" on the television series, The West Wing (1999), which garnered him two Primetime Emmy award nominations for Best Guest Star in a Drama Series.
From 2011 to 2015, Matheson starred as 'Dr. Brick Breeland' in The CW series, Hart of Dixie (2011), opposite Rachel Bilson. He has and continues to direct several episodes each season throughout the series. Not limited to "Hart of Dixie", Matheson has made a career of directing an array of episodic projects on some of television's most prominent shows, including "The Last Ship," "Burn Notice," "Criminal Minds," "Without a Trace," "Cold Case," "Numbers," "Drop Dead Diva," "Suits," "Eureka" and "White Collar," as well as pilots for Fox's "The Good Guys" and the USA Network successful original series "Covert Affairs."
Beginning his career at the age of 13, Matheson appeared in Robert Young's CBS nostalgia comedy series, Window on Main Street (1961), during the 1961-1962 television season. In 1964, he provided the voice of the lead character in the cartoon program Jonny Quest (1964), as well a… Read More
