William Katt Biography: Parents, Siblings, Wife, Children, Age, Net Worth, Wikipedia, Songs, Albums, Career

William Theodore Katt is an accomplished American actor and musician, widely recognized for his portrayal of Ralph Hinkley in the ABC television series The Greatest American Hero (1981–1983).

He rose to prominence with his performance as Tommy Ross in the 1976 horror classic Carrie, and went on to star in notable films such as Big Wednesday (1978) and Butch and Sundance: The Early Days (1979).

In addition to his acting career, Katt explored music, releasing a soft rock album under the name Billy Katt in 1982. Active in the entertainment industry since the 1970s, his diverse body of work includes film, television, and guest appearances, with credits such as The Man from Earth (2007) and numerous television roles.

Profile

• Full Name: William Theodore Katt
• Stage Name: William Katt
• Born: 16 February 1951
• Age: 74 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American actor and musician
• Height: 1.74 m
• Parents: Barbara Hale, Bill Williams
• Siblings: Juanita Katt, Jody Katt
• Spouse: Danielle Hirsch (m. 1993), Deborah Kahane (m. 1979–1986)
• Children: Dakota Katt, Clayton Katt, Emerson Katt
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000 and $1 million

Early Life And Education

William Theodore Katt was born on February 16, 1951, in Los Angeles, California, USA, he is the son of actor Bill Williams and actress Barbara Hale. He has two sisters, Barbara Willa Johanna “Jody” Katt and Juanita Lauralee Katt.

Katt graduated from the Army and Navy Academy in Carlsbad, California, and later attended Orange Coast College. He also received stage training at the Los Angeles Light Opera Workshop. He is of European descent, Katt follows the Christian faith.

Career

William Katt began his acting career in the early 1970s, performing in summer stock theater and taking on small television roles. After briefly studying at Orange Coast College and contemplating a career in music, he found his breakthrough in 1976 with the role of Tommy Ross in Brian De Palma’s adaptation of Carrie.

The film’s success brought him national attention and led to lead roles in First Love (1977), Big Wednesday (1978)—which made him a favorite in the surfing community—and Butch and Sundance: The Early Days (1979), where he portrayed the Sundance Kid. His most iconic role came in 1981 as Ralph Hinkley (later Hanley) in The Greatest American Hero, a cult-favorite TV series that earned him a Golden Globe nomination.

Throughout the 1980s, Katt expanded his range, starring in films such as Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend (1985) and the horror-comedy House (1985). He also appeared in nine Perry Mason TV movies as Paul Drake, Jr., alongside his mother Barbara Hale.

In the decades that followed, he remained active in film and television, taking on roles in projects like House IV (1992), Cyborg 3: The Recycler (1994), and the critically acclaimed indie sci-fi film The Man from Earth (2007). His television work includes guest appearances on shows such as House and Numb3rs, as well as voice roles in animated series like Justice League and Batman: The Brave and the Bold.

Beyond acting, Katt is also a musician, having released a soft rock album in the early 1980s and continuing to perform as a singer and guitarist with his band, The Wild Ones. In recent years, he has expanded into directing and writing, helming independent films including The Clean and Narrow (2000) and River’s End (2005).

With a career spanning more than five decades, William Katt remains a multifaceted presence in the entertainment industry—celebrated as a cult television hero, respected actor, accomplished musician, and independent filmmaker.

Social Media

William Katt does not have active social media accounts.

Personal Life

William Katt married Deborah Kahane in 1979, and the couple had two sons, Clayton Alexander and Emerson Hunter, before divorcing in 1992. He later married Danielle Hirsch in 1993, with whom he has a daughter, Dakota, and a stepson, Andrew.

In total, Katt is a father to four children—two sons from his first marriage, a daughter from his second, and a stepson.

Filmography

Film:

• The Late Liz (1971)
• Carrie (1976)
• First Love (1977)
• Big Wednesday (1978)
• Butch and Sundance: The Early Days (1979)
• Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend (1985)
• House (1985)
• House IV: The Repossession (1992)
• Cyborg 3: The Recycler (1994)
• The Man from Earth (2007)
• The Man from Earth: Holocene (2017)
• Pursuit (2022)

Television:

• The Greatest American Hero (1981–1983)
• Perry Mason Returns (1985–1988)
• Voice roles in Batman: The Animated Series (1994)
• Justice League (2001)
• Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2008)
• Guest appearances on House (2006) and Numbers (2010)

Net Worth

William Katt’s estimated net worth ranges between $500,000 and $1 million, primarily earned through his long-standing acting career in film and television, with notable roles in The Greatest American Hero, House, and Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend. He has also earned income from directing, producing, music, and launching a comic book line.