‘Office Space’ Star Richard Riehle Dies at 78: From 'Casino' to 'The Legend of Korra'
Hollywood is mourning the loss of veteran character actor Richard Riehle, who passed away at the age of 78 in Los Angeles. Over a career spanning nearly five decades, Riehle cemented his status as one of the most recognizable and hardworking faces in television and film, boasting an astounding 400-plus screen credits. While he appeared in major feature films like Casino, The Fugitive, and Bridesmaids, Riehle achieved cult-classic immortality as Tom Smykowski in Mike Judge’s 1999 satirical masterpiece, Office Space. His unforgettable portrayal of the nervous, downtrodden product manager struggling to explain his "people skills" to corporate consultants remains a high-water mark of workplace comedy. Beyond cinema, Riehle was a television fixture, featuring in memorable arcs on Grounded for Life, guest roles on The West Wing and NCIS, and notable voice acting as King Bumi in The Legend of Korra. Riehle was the quintessential supporting artist who could elevate any sc...