Bud Cort
Born: 1948-03-29
Birthplace: Rye, New York, USA
Biography
Walter Edward Cox, known professionally as Bud Cort (March 29, 1948 – February 11, 2026) was an American film and stage actor, writer, and director. He is best known for his portrayals of Harold in Hal Ashby's 1971 film Harold and Maude and the titular hero in Robert Altman's 1970 film Brewster McCloud. Both films have large cult followings today.
Known For
Heat
M*A*S*H
The Little Prince
Coyote Ugly
The Number 23
Dogma
But I'm a Cheerleader
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
The Big Empty
Harold and Maude
Top Movie Credits
Heat
Solenko, Restaurant Manager (uncredited)
M*A*S*H
Pvt. Warren Boone
The Little Prince
The King (voice)
Coyote Ugly
Romero
The Number 23
Dr. Sirius Leary
Dogma
John Doe Jersey
But I'm a Cheerleader
Peter
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
Bill Ubell
The Big Empty
Neely
Harold and Maude
Harold