Actor Sam Robards comes from good stock. Son of actors Jason Robards and Lauren Bacall and the godson of legendary actress Katherine Hepburn, what else could be but an actor. An accomplished stage actor, you may also have seen Sam on Spin City, Sex and the City and The West Wing. I certainly was not a fan of his character, ‘The Captain’ but he played him well. He oozed slime causing heartache for his son. You can also just picture what kind of man he is by the way his wife has turned out. Although he left at seasons end, running from the law, I certainly would welcome a return, and as well a focus on his wife who was an interesting, and yet annoying character.
Below: I can’t narrow down what movie this is from, but this pic is credited to Sam Robards. I believe him to be the moon in the middle.
Robert John Burke as Bart Bass
Robert John Burke plays Bart Bass, a character who I like because he has not been drawn into a corner. He has not been featured much, but has shown the ability to both support and set boundaries for his son. Of course he also role models womanizing, which explains a bit why Chuck can’t seem to hold any close relationships. They appear to be portraying him older, but Robert is just 48 and still a handsome man. He was also a hottie in younger pictures I have seen of him. Despite marrying Lily in the season ender, given her history with Rufus I don’t expect smooth sailing.
Below: Robert in Dust Devil from 1992.
Matthew Settle as Rufus
In a show pushing it’s young cast, it is often hard for actors playing the ‘parents’ to shine, but both Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle shine. Both are great actors, but also it is refreshing to see the writers give them storylines as good as their onscreen kids. It does not hurt that Matthew is hot as hell and has a long list of credits on his resume including Brothers And Sisters, The Practice, ER as well as many feature films. I love the relationship between Rufus and his kids as well as his love for Lily.
Below: Matthew in ‘Attraction’ from 2000.
