Leonard Harris (actor)
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Leonard Harris is most famous for his role as Senator Charles Palantine in the Martin Scorsese classic Taxi Driver. His role in the film is quite notable for being the link between anti-hero Travis Bickle (Robert DeNiro) and Betsy (Cybill Shepherd) the woman Travis is obsessed with that works on the Charles Palantine campaign. Throughout the film, Harris's picture can be see all over New York City. Harris was also cast as the mayor in Hero at Large starring John Ritter. Very little is known about Harris's biography and his whereabouts.
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| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Taxi Driver | Senator Charles Palantine | |
| 1980 | Hero at Large | Mayor |
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Taxi Driver (1976)
- Senator Charles Palantine: We meet at a crossroads in history. No longer will the wrong roads be taken.
- Senator Charles Palantine: I think I know what you mean, Travis.
