Acting
Fran Tarkenton
Born 1940-02-03
Richmond, Virginia, USA
Department: Acting
Biography
Francis Asbury Tarkenton (born February 3, 1940) is an American former professional football player who was a quarterback in the National Football League (NFL) for 18 seasons, primarily with the Minnesota Vikings. He played college football at the University of Georgia, where he was recognized as a twice first-team All-SEC, and was selected by the Vikings in the third round of the 1961 NFL Draft. After retiring from football, he became a media personality and computer software executive.
Known For
Prominent works featuring Fran Tarkenton
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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
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Saturday Night Live
1975
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M*A*S*H
1970
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The Dick Cavett Show
1968
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Monday Night Football
1970
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1st & Ten
1984
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Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters
1980
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The NFL on CBS
1956
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That's Incredible!
1980
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Mighty: The Life and Legacy of Pat Dye
2022
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Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (11 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Mighty: The Life and Legacy of Pat Dye | Self / Appearance | Movie | 2022 |
| Scramblin' Fran | Self / Appearance | Movie | 2018 | |
 | 1st & Ten | Play-by-play Announcer | TV Series | 1984 |
 | Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters | Self | TV Series | 1980 |
 | That's Incredible! | Self - Host | TV Series | 1980 |
 | Saturday Night Live | Self - Host | TV Series | 1975 |
 | Monday Night Football | Quarterback | TV Series | 1970 |
 | M*A*S*H | Football Player - 325th Evac. (uncredited) | Movie | 1970 |
 | The Dick Cavett Show | Self - Guest | TV Series | 1968 |
 | The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | Self | TV Series | 1962 |
 | The NFL on CBS | Self | TV Series | 1956 |