Hal Linden is an American actor, singer and musician whose career has spanned more than 65 years with memorable roles on stage, television, in film and a cabaret style variety show that he tours nationally, Linden is perhaps best known for his portrayal of police precinct captain Barney Miller in the television series that aired on ABC from 1975-1982, earning multiple Golden Globe and Emmy nomination for his work.Linden made his Broadway debut in the musical Bells Are Ringing and has performed in more than 20 Broadway and Off Broadway productions.