Rick Jason (born Richard Jacobson; May 21, 1923 – October 16, 2000) was an American actor. He is most remembered for starring in the ABC television drama Combat! (1962–1967).

Actor: Prescription for Murder. The only child of a stockbroker and well-to-do mother, Richard Jacobson (who changed his surname to "Jason") described himself as "second-generation nouveau riche" and …

Oct 17, 2000 · MOORPARK — Actor Rick Jason, who played the hard-boiled leader Lt. Gil Hanley on the 1960s television drama “Combat!,” was found dead Monday in his house. He was 74.

Oct 18, 2000 · LOS ANGELES, California (Reuters) -- Actor Rick Jason, who starred as tough infantry officer Lieutenant Gil Hanley on the 1960s television series "Combat!" has committed suicide, …

In 1960, Rick Jason brought his talents to television, starring as suave insurance investigator Robin Scott in "The Case of the Dangerous Robin." The role offered him the chance to play a multi …

Jun 30, 2025 · In September 1962 he exploded onto prime-time screens as the cool, calm, and collected Lt. Gil Hanley in ABC’s hit series Combat! (1962), Five seasons and 152 episodes later, Jason was a …

Rick Jason, born Richard Jacobson in 1923, was the only child of a well-to-do family in New York City. Despite his father's desire to see him enter the stock market, young Rick opted for the army.

Oct 16, 2000 · Rick Jason (born Richard Jacobson; May 21, 1923 – October 16, 2000) was an American actor, born in New York City, and most remembered for starring in the ABC television drama …

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Oct 16, 2000 · Rick Jason was an American actor, born in New York City, and most remembered for starring in the ABC television drama Combat! .