Hal Williams was an American actor born in Columbus, Ohio, with a career in television and film stretching back to the 1970s, including well-known roles on 'Sanford and Son' and 'Private Benjamin'. He voiced Whip's father in Robert Zemeckis's 'Flight' and had a recurring role as Albert Meagle on 'Parks and Recreation'. His other credits include 'Guess Who', 'Tales from the Crypt', and 'The Rookie'. Williams, who died in July 2026, left behind more than five decades of steady work across American sitcoms and drama. Read more