Allan Arbus (Major Sidney Freedman)
Whenever there was a psychiatric issue that needed attention at the 4077th, Major Freedman would be called to the unit. He was most often seen evaluating Klinger to determine if he was worthy of his desired Section 8. His answer was always no. Allan Arbus appeared on only 12 episodes of "M*A*S*H" but left a lasting impression.
He also carved out a steady career as a character actor and made numerous guest ...
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Whenever there was a psychiatric issue that needed attention at the 4077th, Major Freedman would be called to the unit. He was most often seen evaluating Klinger to determine if he was worthy of his desired Section 8. His answer was always no. Allan Arbus appeared on only 12 episodes of "M*A*S*H" but left a lasting impression.
He also carved out a steady career as a character actor and made numerous guest spots throughout the years on shows like "Cagney & Lacey," "L.A. Law," "Hunter," and "Mad About You." His most recent TV appearances were on "Curb Your Enthusiasm" in 2000 and a recurring role on "Judging Amy" as Judge Fowler.
Before becoming an actor, Arbus was a shutterbug and had a business with his first wife, famed photographer Diane Arbus. The couple had two children but divorced in 1969. He married his current spouse, Mariclare Costello, in 1977. They have one child. The actor's daughter, Amy, confirmed Arbus's death to the New York Times on Tuesday, April 23. He passed away at his home in Los Angeles on Friday, April 19. He was 95.
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