Gerald McRaney Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Career

Gerald Lee McRaney also known as Gerald McRaney is a prominent American actor known for his long-running starring roles as Rick Simon on the CBS detective series Simon & Simon (1981–1989) and as Major J.D. “Mac” MacGillis on Major Dad (1989–1993).

Through his rugged charm, authoritative presence, and versatile performances in television and film over more than five decades, he has become a beloved figure in procedural dramas, sitcoms, and prestige series such as Jericho, Deadwood, House of Cards, NCIS: Los Angeles, and This Is Us.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Gerald Lee McRaney
• Stage Name: Gerald McRaney
• Born: August 19, 1947
• Age: 78 years old
• Birthplace: Collins, Mississippi, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Scottish and Choctaw Native American descent
• Occupation: Actor, Producer, Director
• Height: 6’1″ (185 cm)
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Clyde McRaney and Edna McRaney
• Siblings: Anne McRaney and Buddy McRaney
• Spouse: Delta Burke
• Children: Three
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $8 million USD

Early Life and Education

Gerald McRaney was born on August 19, 1947, in Collins, Mississippi, United States. He was brought up by his parents, Clyde McRaney and Edna McRaney, in a working-class family. He grew up having one sister, Anne, and one brother, Buddy. The family later moved to the Gulf Coast, where he attended Long Beach High School.

He played football until a knee injury ended that pursuit and turned to drama in school plays. He attended the University of Mississippi, majoring in drama, but left before graduating to work in the Louisiana oil fields. His ethnicity is Scottish and Choctaw Native American descent. His religion is not publicly detailed.

Career

Gerald McRaney began his professional acting career in the late 1960s after working in the Louisiana oil fields. He started with stage work and small television roles before landing the breakout part of Rick Simon on Simon & Simon, opposite Jameson Parker. The show ran for eight seasons and made him a household name.

Mr. McRaney followed with the lead role of Major J.D. MacGillis on Major Dad, which ran for four seasons. He appeared in recurring or guest roles on many series, including Designing Women (as Delta Burke‘s ex-husband), Jericho, Deadwood (earning a SAG Award nomination with the ensemble), House of Cards, NCIS: Los Angeles, and This Is Us. His film credits include The NeverEnding Story II, The A-Team, and numerous television movies.

Social Media

• Gerald McRaney does not have social media accounts.

Personal Life

Gerald McRaney, 78 years old, stands at a height of 6’1″ (185 cm). He has been married to actress Delta Burke since May 28, 1989. He was previously married to Beverly Root (1967–1971, two children) and Pat Moran (1981–1989, one child). He and Delta Burke share a blended family with three children total.

No publicly known past relationships are highlighted beyond his marriages. He has battled and overcome lung cancer and maintains a relatively private personal life focused on family.

Net Worth

Gerald McRaney‘s net worth is $8 million USD. His income primarily comes from decades of starring and supporting roles in major television series such as Simon & Simon, Major Dad, Jericho, Deadwood, House of Cards, NCIS: Los Angeles, and This Is Us, along with numerous television movies and film appearances.

Filmography

Television:

• Simon & Simon (1981–1989) – Rick Simon (main role)
• Major Dad (1989–1993) – Major J.D. MacGillis (main role)
• Jericho (2006–2008) – Johnston Green (recurring)
• Deadwood (2006) – George Hearst (recurring)
• House of Cards (2013–2017) – Raymond Tusk (recurring)
• NCIS: Los Angeles (2014–2023) – Retired Admiral Hollace Kilbride (recurring)
• This Is Us (2016–2022) – Dr. Nathan Katowski (recurring)
• Guest and supporting roles in The A-Team, Designing Women, and many others

Films:

• The NeverEnding Story II: The Next Chapter (1990)
• Additional roles in television movies and independent projects.