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

Acting Born March 29, 1948 – Died February 11, 2026 Rye, New York, USA

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.

Known For

Arrested Development

Bud Cort

Batman: The Animated Series

Josiah Wormwood (voice)

Ugly Betty

Priest

Tales of the Unexpected

Newt

Superman: The Animated Series

The Toyman (voice)

Dream On

Creepy Guy

The Twilight Zone

Tales from the Darkside

Abe North

Heat

Solenko, Restaurant Manager (uncredited)

Justice League Unlimited

Toyman (voice)

The Hitchhiker

Wax

Static Shock

Toyman (voice)