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Robby Benson


 

Robby Benson (born Robin David Segal 21 January 1956 in Dallas, Texas) is a Jewish-American actor. A teen star, Benson was popular for roles of teens in coming-of-age films, such as in 1972's Jory (his screen debut) and as Billy Joe McAllister in 1976's Ode to Billy Joe. Though no longer a teen, Benson is still known for his boyish looks.

Trivia

  • Benson is his mother's maiden name.
  • He had heart valve surgery in October 1984.
  • Listed as one of twelve "Promising New Actors of 1976" in John Willis' Screen World, Vol. 28.
  • Son of Jerry Segal
  • Brother of Shelli Segal, designer for the Laundry clothing line (Laundry by Shelli Segal).
  • Has a daughter named Lyric.
  • Son is named Zephyr.