Paul Regina (October 25, 1956 – January 31, 2006) was an American actor. Primarily known for his work on television, he made his debut in that medium on the series Police Woman, starring Angie Dickinson. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Cliff Waters in the series Brothers. Other notable appearances include a recurring role in L.A. Law, a regular role in the 1993 The Untouchables television series, and starring in the 1996 film It's My Party.
After living in Hollywood for over 20 years, he relocated back to Long Island in 1999.
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Survived by wife Nancy, whom he married in 1990 and 15-year-old daughter Nicolette. He first met Nancy when she was his teacher in an improv workshop.
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In 1976, he landed the role of Kenickie in a national touring company of "Grease," and later appeared briefly in the Broadway musical.
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Born in Brooklyn one of five children and raised in Medford. He graduated from Patchogue-Medford High School in 1974 after appearing in several school plays and musical productions.
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He wrote scripts on the sly and volunteered in missing children's charities. He also started up "The Actors' Place" workshop that served to coach aspiring thespians.
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Regina remembered for his portrayal of attorney Felix Echevierra on "LA Law" in a recurring role who often opposed the attorneys of the McKenzie Brackman law firm, and played Al Capone's top enforcer "Frank Nitti" in a 90s TV version of "The Untouchables."
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Best remembered for his portrayal of Cliff Waters, the gay sibling, in the groundbreaking 80s sitcom "Brothers," which was the first American gay-themed sitcom to deal with homosexuality in a real way. Regina's character opening episode had him 'come out' on the eve of his wedding.
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