Seventies TV star Ron Thompson who starred in American Pop and Baretta dies aged 83
Ron Thompson, best-known for his roles in the 1970s TV series Baretta and for his performance in the iconic 1981 film American Pop, has died aged 83. Born in Louisville, Kentucky on January 31 1941, the late performer embarked on a career as a rock singer before taking on acting roles on the stage and on screen.