Robert Hegyes | |
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 Robert Hegyes in October 2008 | |
| Born | Robert Bruce Hegyes May 7, 1951 Perth Amboy, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | January 26, 2012 (aged 60) Edison, New Jersey, U.S.[1] |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1975–2012 |
| Spouses | Mary Kunes
(m. 1973; div. 1977)Kyle Drummer
(m. 1979; div. 1984)Lynn O'Hare
(m. 1987; div. 1993) |
| Partner | Cynthia Wylie (1994–2007) |
| Children | 4 |
| Relatives | Jon Bon Jovi (cousin) |
Robert Bruce Hegyes (pronounced Hedyes; May 7, 1951 – January 26, 2012) was an American actor best known for his portrayal of high school student Juan Epstein on the 1970s American sitcom Welcome Back, Kotter and as detective Manny Esposito on the 1980s American crime drama Cagney & Lacey. He was the cousin of rock musician Jon Bon Jovi.
- ^ Kenneally, Tim (26 January 2012). "'Welcome Back, Kotter' star Robert Hegyes dies at 60". TheWrap. Archived from the original on 30 January 2012. Retrieved 10 January 2022 – via MSN Entertainment.