Michael O'Leary (born March 27, 1958) is an

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actor. He is perhaps known for playing Rick Bauer in the soap opera ''

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'', for which he was nominated for a

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in 1985.

Early life and education

O'Leary was born in

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, and raised in

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. He majored in television at

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Career

O'Leary played the character of Dr. Fredrick "Rick" Bauer on ''

'' from 1983 to 1986, 1987 to 1991, and again from 1995 to 2009, when the series ended. In January 2022, it was announced that O'Leary would appear in ''

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''.

Filmography

Film

Television

References

External links

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