Robert Hays

Robert Hays (born July 24, 1947) is an American actor, perhaps best known for his role as pilot Ted Striker in the film Airplane! (also known as 'Flying High') and for his role as Robert Seaver in Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey.

Life and career

Hays was born in Bethesda, Maryland. Before relocating to Hollywood, where he found quick success, Hays lived in the Pacific Beach area of San Diego, and picked up acting roles in San Diego's local theater scene. He worked in several productions at the famous Old Globe Theatre, including the role of Petruccio in a touring production of William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew.

In 1977, Hays played a role in the television series Wonder Woman, playing a military corporal in the same outfit he wore in the movie Airplane!. Hays has starred in several short-lived television series, including the 1978 production The Young Pioneers on ABC; the 1979 series Angie; the science fiction series Starman, in which he played the title character; and FM. He played the role of "Bud", the man thought to be Hyde's dad, in several episodes of That '70s Show. Hays has also directed and produced for films and television.