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Wayne Woodson
Born
Melvin Wayne Woodson

(1949-01-13) January 13, 1949 (age 77)
Gary, Indiana
Occupation Actor
Years active 1980s

Wayne Woodson is an actor who worked in both plays and movies. He appeared in several films during the 1980s. Some of his notable movies include The Five of Me, a TV drama from Paul Wendkos, and Walking the Edge, a crime action film from 1985. He also acted in the romantic comedy The Perfect Match in 1988.

Wayne Woodson's Movie Roles

Wayne Woodson played different characters in movies. He often appeared in dramas and action films.

Early Film Appearances

In 1981, Wayne Woodson had a role as a jail guard. This was in the TV drama The Five of Me. The movie starred David Birney and Dee Wallace. The next year, in 1982, he was in the film I Ought to Be in Pictures. This movie was written by Neil Simon. It featured famous actors like Walter Matthau and Ann-Margret.

Action and Drama Roles

Woodson played a character named McKee in the 1983 film Walking the Edge. McKee was part of a tough criminal group. This group was led by a character named Bruster, played by Joe Spinnell. The movie was about revenge. It starred Robert Forster and Nancy Kwan.

Romantic Comedy Role

In 1988, Wayne Woodson appeared in The Perfect Match. This was a romantic comedy. The story was about a man and woman who pretended to be someone they were not. Mark McClure and Jennifer Edwards were the main stars.

Wayne Woodson's Film and TV Work

Here are some of the movies and TV shows Wayne Woodson appeared in:

  • The Five of Me (1981) – He played a Jail Guard.
  • I Ought to Be in Pictures (1982) – He was a Baseball fan.
  • Walking the Edge (1983) – He played McKee.
  • The Perfect Match (1988) – He was Tim's Boss.
  • Frank's Place (1987) – In the episode "Frank Returns," he was a Happy Dinner Guest.
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