Gordon Clapp
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Gordon Clapp has grown into a veteran American actor whose work covers more eras of the industry than most. Chaplain Orlovsky in 'Chicago Fire' is the role that outgrew the rest. Viewers may also know him from 'The Game Plan'. It began in 1979, at the age of 31. Measured end to end, the working life on screen runs about 47 years.
Gordon Clapp
19 Movies
31 Series
Gordon Clapp has grown into a veteran American actor whose work covers more eras of the industry than most. Chaplain Orlovsky in 'Chicago Fire' is the role that outgrew the rest. Viewers may also know him from 'The Game Plan'. It began in 1979, at the age of 31. Measured end to end, the working life on screen runs about 47 years.
Movies
Plays Coach Mark Maddox
The Game Plan
2007
Plays General "Howlin' Mad" Smith
Flags of Our Fathers
2006
Plays Tom Garrett
Taking Chance
2009
Plays Mr. Stark
The Rage: Carrie 2
1999
Plays Ray Schalk
Eight Men Out
1988
Plays Bill Forsythe
The Perfect Guy
2015
Plays Tanner
Moonlight Mile
2002
Plays Tom Griggs
Matewan
1987
Plays Colin O'Shea
Falling Up
2009
Plays Kenny
Running
1979
Plays Earl Pinkney
Sunshine State
2002
Plays Sheriff Byron Calhoun
The Morrison Murders: Based on a True Story
1996
Plays Dan
Skeletons in the Closet
2001
Plays Chip Hollister
Return of the Secaucus Seven
1980
Plays Donald Quinn
Abandoned and Deceived
1995
TV Shows
Plays Greg Medavoy
NYPD Blue
1993
Plays Viker
Check It Out!
1985
Plays Self - Panelist
Hollywood Squares
1998
Plays Chaplain Orlovsky
Chicago Fire
2012
Plays Gary Parsons
Damages
2007
Plays Mr. Gelsey
American Rust
2021
Plays Capt. Burnett
Family of Spies
1990
Plays Detective Doug Welch
Small Sacrifices
1989
Plays Detective Martin
Less than Perfect
2002
Plays Salvatore Heinz
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
2000
Plays Alan Silver
Ghost Whisperer
2005
Plays Francis Merrigan
Monk
2002
Plays Daniel O'Leary
Cold Case
2003
Plays Det. Vic Wolynski
Criminal Minds
2005
Plays Coach Mike
Private Practice
2007
Plays Bruce Leegee
The Wonder Years
1988
Plays Pat Ross
Mare of Easttown
2021
Plays Dr. Randall Strong
The Outer Limits
1995
Plays Gustave - The Tailor
Deadwood
2004
Plays Alan Kendricks
Perception
2012
Plays Deputy Chief Prosky
Elementary
2012
Plays Hadran
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
1993
Plays Dave Travis
Dear John
1988
Plays Victor Kaufman
Grey's Anatomy
2005
Plays Ralph Shannon
Night Court
1984
Plays Phil
Wings
1990
Plays Bill Shields
Without a Trace
2002
Plays Shriner
Cheers
1982
Plays Palm Court Waiter
Evergreen
1985
Plays Ben Kulpak
In Plain Sight
2008
Latest Trailers
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Blood Brothers
Full Filmography
Road To L'Etape Du Tour
Gary
2026
Film
Lost Nation
Delegate John Calhoon
2024
Film
Martin Eden
Mr. Ford
2023
Film
Mare of Easttown
Pat Ross · 1 episode
2021
TV
American Rust
Mr. Gelsey · 2 episodes
2021–
TV
Blood Brothers
Mr. Roland
2021
Film
The Perfect Guy
Bill Forsythe
2015
Film
Damages
Gary Parsons · 3 episodes
2007–2012
TV
Chicago Fire
Chaplain Orlovsky · 6 episodes
2012–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Gordon Clapp and where are they from?
Gordon Clapp is 77 years old, born on September 24, 1948 in North Conway, New Hampshire, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Gordon Clapp?
Gordon Clapp is best known for roles in The Game Plan, Flags of Our Fathers, The Rage: Carrie 2.
How many movies has Gordon Clapp been in?
Over a 47-year career (since 1979), Gordon Clapp has appeared in 19 movies and 30 TV shows.
What was Gordon Clapp's first movie?
The career of Gordon Clapp began with Running (1979).
What is Gordon Clapp's most recent movie or series?
Gordon Clapp's most recent release is Road To L'Etape Du Tour, which premiered on March 15, 2026.
What TV shows has Gordon Clapp appeared in?
On television, Gordon Clapp has appeared in Grey's Anatomy, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Criminal Minds, Chicago Fire.
Gordon Clapp
1948-09-24 · North Conway, New Hampshire, USA
Gordon Clapp (born September 24, 1948) is an American actor, best known for portraying the role of Det. Greg Medavoy for all 12 seasons on the television series NYPD Blue, winning an Emmy Award in 1998.