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Beau Bridges joins 'Rockford' cast

Fri, 03/19/2010 - 22:54 by Inderjit Singh

Los Angeles -- U.S. actor Beau Bridges has signed on to play Rocky, Jim's father, on the upcoming television remake of "Rockford Files," The Hollywood Reporter said.

Dermot Mulroney is to play private investigator Jim in the new series, which is being written and executive produced by "House" creator David Shore, and executive produced by "The Office" star Steve Carell.

James Garner played the role of Jim in the original series, which ran from to 1974-1980. Noah Beery Jr. originated the character of Rocky.

Bridges recently had a recurring role on the comedy series "My Name Is Earl." His film credits include "Norma Rae," "The Fabulous Baker Boys" and "Jerry Maguire."

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Beau Bridges books 'Closer' gig

Thu, 08/27/2009 - 00:27 by Salinder Kumar

Los Angeles -- Beau Bridges has signed on to appear in an upcoming episode of the U.S. television drama, "The Closer," TVGuide.com reported.

Bridges' screen credits include "Jerry Maguire," "My Name is Earl," "Stargate SG-1" and "Desperate Housewives."

TVGuide.com said he is to play character Provenza's former partner, who returns
to help close a case turned over on appeal, in an episode to air next season.

G.W. Bailey plays Provenza in the show, which co-stars Kyra Sedgwick and J.K.

Simmons and which is slated to begin a run of fresh episodes in December.

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