‘The Breakfast Club’ and ‘Risky Business’ Star Passes at 87

Bassyonni

ago 3 hours

‘The Breakfast Club’ and ‘Risky Business’ Star Passes at 87

Ron Dean, an acclaimed actor known for his roles in iconic films like “Risky Business” and “The Breakfast Club,” passed away on October 5, at the age of 87. His partner, Maggie Neff, shared the news, revealing that he died peacefully at 4 PM, surrounded by loved ones.

Career Highlights

Dean was born in Chicago and initially garnered attention for playing authoritative figures, including policemen and military personnel. One of his notable early appearances was in “Risky Business,” where he acted alongside Tom Cruise.

He continued to build his impressive resume with a role in “The Package,” featuring Tommy Lee Jones and Gene Hackman. This was followed by performances alongside William Shatner in the series “T.J. Hooker.”

Memorable Roles

In addition to “Risky Business,” Dean is remembered for his part in John Hughes’ classic, “The Breakfast Club,” where he portrayed the father of Andy, played by Emilio Estevez. He made appearances in films directed by Christopher Nolan, including “The Dark Knight.”

Dean was a frequent collaborator with director Andrew Davis, starring in several of his films:

Code of Silence
Above the Law
Steal Big Steal Little
Chain Reaction
The Guardian

Television Appearances

Dean also showcased his talent on television, featuring in well-known series such as:

Murder, She Wrote
Frasier
ER
Chicago Hope
NYPD Blue
The West Wing
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Without a Trace
Numb3rs
Cold Case
Still Standing

Acknowledgments

In 1996, Dean earned a nomination for the Joseph Jefferson Award for his supporting role in “Supple in Combat,” performed with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company. He remained active in the Chicago theater scene, participating in productions like the Goodman Theatre’s 1982 staging of David Mamet’s “Lakeboat.”