Bud Cort Biography
Walter Edward Cox, known professionally as Bud Cort (March 29, 1948 – February 11, 2026) was an American film and stage actor, writer, and director. He is best known for his portrayals of Harold in Hal Ashby's 1971 film Harold and Maude and the titular hero in Robert Altman's 1970 film Brewster McCloud. Both films have large cult followings today.
Bud Cort Movies
Bud Cort Quotes
Understanding Human Connection
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Harold's Dark Reflection on Life and Death
Psychiatrist:
Tell me, Harold, how many of these, uh, suicides have you performed?
Harold:
An accurate number would be difficult to gauge.
Psychiatrist:
Well, just give me a rough estimate.
Harold:
A rough estimate? I'd say... fifteen.
Psychiatrist:
Fifteen?
Harold:
That’s a rough estimate.
Psychiatrist:
Were they all done for your mother's benefit?
Harold:
No. No, I would not say "benefit.
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