Richard Donat
Richard Donat (born 1 June 1941, died March 28, 2026) was a Canadian actor, known for his work in Canadian and American television. He won 2 Dora Mavor Moore Awards for Canadian theatre, and was nominated for one Genie Award (My American Cousin.) He is well known for playing the character Vince Teagues in the Canadian–American TV series, Haven. Also known for his role in Emily of New Moon. Donat is the younger brother of Peter Donat and the nephew of British actor Robert Donat.
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- 1941-06-01 · Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Died
- 2026-03-28
Known for
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) — Joe Dortmunder
- Hemlock Grove (2013) — McDougal
- The Healer (2017) — Larry
- Haven (2010) — Vince Teagues
- Amelia (2009) — Gallagher
- Rookie Blue (2010) — Graham Ward
- The Weight of Water (2001) — Mr. Plaisted
- Lexx (1997) — Megashadow Admiral
- NOVA (1974) — Narrator
- Sullivan's Crossing (2023) — Roy Gunderson
- Ewoks (1985) — Deej (voice)
- The House by the Lake (1976) — Policeman
- City on Fire (1979) — Captain Harrison Risley
- Republic of Doyle (2010) — James Bennett
- Candles on Bay Street (2006) — Walter
- Draw! (1984) — Sheriff Harmon