Perry King - The Lords of Flatbush

Perry King is an American actor best known for his work in film and television, particularly his starring role as Cody Allen in the 1980s detective series "Riptide." Born April 30, 1948, in Alliance, Ohio, King began building his screen career in the 1970s and appeared in films such as "The Lords of Flatbush," "Mandingo," "Lipstick," and "Class of 1984." King became especially familiar to television audiences through "Riptide," in which he starred alongside Joe Penny and Thom Bray. The action-adventure series followed a team of private investigators and became a popular part of 1980s television. His many other television credits include appearances in "The Hasty Heart," "Melrose Place," "Spin City," and numerous television movies and guest roles. With a career spanning decades, Perry King remains closely associated with 1970s and 1980s film and television. His connections to "Riptide," classic television, crime dramas, and vintage Hollywood make his autograph appealing to collectors of television and entertainment memorabilia.