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Richard Thomas has appeared in a variety of roles on television, film, theater and radio. He starred as John-Boy Walton on The Waltons for nine seasons, as well as appearing in numerous feature films and guest starring roles. His stage work includes plays like Twelve Angry Men and The Moment When.

Over the course of his career, Richard Thomas has been nominated for numerous awards including two Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. He also won a prestigious Tony Award for his performance in the Broadway play The Homecoming.

In addition to his performances on screen and stage, Richard Thomas also works behind the scenes. He is an executive producer of such shows as Web Therapy and Scoundrels and he also serves as narrator on documentaries such as National Geographic's Strange Days On Planet Earth program.

Yes. He serves on the board of directors or advisors at several charities including Stomp Out Bullying which focuses on helping prevent bullying in schools across the U.S.; Big Brothers Big Sisters of America; and Save The Children Foundation which works to ensure that all children around the world have access to good health care, nutrition education services, protection from exploitation and more.

Interestingly enough, he was inducted into The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences Hall Of Fame Of Actors And Actresses in 2008 - making him one of only six actors from the 1950s to receive this honor!