Alan Alda

Alan Alda is an American actor, writer and director whose comedy work includes guest appearances on The Carol Burnett Show. In the archive he plays Larry Harper in The Family Christmas, joining Burnett’s family ensemble for a holiday sketch. His television career has combined character comedy with dramatic acting and work behind the camera.

Alda is best known as Hawkeye Pierce in M*A*S*H, a series for which he also wrote and directed. His other work includes The West Wing, The Four Seasons, Crimes and Misdemeanors and The Aviator. Beyond acting, he has presented science programmes and promoted clear communication between scientists and the public.