More of him came from my step-dad, who is now passed away. The initial creators of the show kind of based the character on their dads and then I added my dad.
Meaning of the quote
Kurtwood Smith, the American actor, explains that the character he played was inspired by his own step-dad and the dads of the show's creators. He added his own dad's personality to make the character even more realistic. The character was a mix of different fathers, including Smith's own step-dad who has since passed away.
About Kurtwood Smith
Kurtwood Smith is an acclaimed American actor known for his roles in iconic films and TV shows like RoboCop, Rambo III, That ’70s Show, and 24. He has also lent his voice to animated series and appeared in various science fiction productions throughout his impressive career.
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