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Rick Moses (born September 5, 1952) is an American actor and singer-songwriter.

Early life

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Moses was born in Washington, D.C. He is the oldest son of advertising executive Richard Cantrell Moses, Sr. and Marian McCargo (1932–2004). Moses has three siblings; brothers Graham, Harry and Billy. He grew up in Pasadena, California where he showed an interest in wrestling, swimming, movies, and music. His mother enrolled him in various AAU swim clubs and bought him a guitar. She drove him to Hollywood and enrolled him in acting classes.

Moses attended boarding school at the Chadwick School in Palos Verdes, California where he was an all C.I.F. swimmer. In high school, Moses joined with friends to form several bands. They played parties and weddings with some success. Moses had been studying martial arts since age thirteen, becoming a student of notable instructors including Bruce Lee, Ed Parker and Bob Ozman. He continued the training throughout his life, earning a black-belt in Isshin-Ryu Karate. He worked as an instructor for Bob Ozman at his Van Nuys studio. At Andover in Andover, Massachusetts, he was named to the N.I.S.C.A. Prep School All-America Swimming Team for three years in a row from 1969 to 1971 in events including Butterfly, Freestyle, 200-yard medley relay and 400-yard freestyle relay.[1]

Career

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Moses began his acting career in 1967, at age fifteen, in an Equity production of The Fifth Season at the Santa Monica Playhouse. In 1970, he appeared in an episode of Room 222, followed in 1971 with roles on Mission: Impossible and The F.B.I.[2] He appeared in a production of Jean-Paul Sartre's Dirty Hands (Les Mains Sales) at the Gallery Theatre in Hollywood. He headlined at Ye Little Club, a popular venue in Beverly Hills. Roger Ailes spotted him on an episode of Owen Marshall. Ailes invited Moses to become a client. Moses moved to New York City. Ailes arranged an audition for Moses to perform for Budd Friedman, the owner of the well known New York night club The Improv. Moses’ style clicked with Friedman and New York audiences. Moses became the only male singer to work the club regularly during that period along with the then unknown comedians Jay Leno, Richard Lewis, and Andy Kaufman. Moses worked a number of east coast night clubs, including Host's Farm in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and Michael's Pub in Manhattan, for several years, returning weekly to the Improv. He was hired to do a backer's audition for a prospective New York show that was mounted in Los Angeles. Budd Friedman had just opened his L.A. Improv. Moses was rehearsing the play by day and performing at the Improv at night. Moses was a veteran night club performer at this point. Standing ovations were not unusual for his twenty-minute sets. (Westways magazine did an article on this phenomenon.) A talent coordinator for the nationally syndicated Merv Griffin Show (Don Kane) was present one night. Two weeks later, Moses appeared on Merv's show. Merv, a successful singer himself for several decades, had Moses back 18 times in a nine-month period.[3]

In 1977, Moses played the title role in the prime-time action adventure drama Young Dan'l Boone[4] on CBS. In 1978, Moses played the role of Bruce Scott in the feature film Avalanche[5] which starred Rock Hudson and Mia Farrow. Also in 1978, 20th Century Fox record division released his LP album Face the Music.

Moses is probably best known for playing Jefferson Smith Hutchins "(Hitman) Hutch" in the day-time soap opera General Hospital, from 1979 to 1980 on ABC. The story-line, carried by "Luke, Laura, and Hutch" made General Hospital one of the most popular shows on television. Time Magazine did an article on the subject.[6]

Moses had a hit in Germany in 1985 with the song "If I Could Just Fall in Love" released by Teldec Records of Hamburg, Germany as a 12" vinyl record. It was also made into a music video directed by the German filmmaker Utz Weber.[7]

In 1986, Moses played Niles Perry, the rock star love interest of Eve Harper, played by Linda Purl, in the TV movie Pleasures.[8]

His CD Evil and Dangerous Men was released in 2005 and received favorable reviews.[9]

Evil and Dangerous Men
Sample of "Evil and Dangerous Men" by Rick Moses, (2005)
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The title song of the album was derived from the short film Jack Takes a Vacation that was co-produced, co-written and directed by Moses. He also played the title role. Scenes from the film were intercut and used in the music video for "Evil and Dangerous Men".

In November 2022, Rick released the album "The Heart of the King.

Personal life

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Moses married Joni Morris in 1974. They had two sons, Richard III and Tarrant, before they separated in 1982. In 1988, Moses married Colette Benhaim. They have four children together, all sons: Ronson, Adam, Dan and Naftali.

Moses was raised an Episcopalian but in his forties he converted to Orthodox Judaism.[10] In an interview with Internet journalist Luke Ford, Moses related that, after his sons, "Judaism became the singular most important thing to me."[11] He also stated: "I put my energies into (the study of Judaism) the same way a young man who wished to become a doctor would apply himself to his studies in medical school."

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''Rick Moses'' is an American actor and singer-songwriter known for his portrayal of Jefferson "Hutch" Hutchins on the ABC daytime soap opera General Hospital from 1980 to 1981. Born on September 5, 1952, in Washington, District of Columbia, Moses began his career with guest appearances on television series including Mission: Impossible in the early 1970s. He gained wider recognition for his extended role on General Hospital, appearing in 137 episodes as Hutch. His film credits include the 1978 disaster film Avalanche. In addition to acting, Moses has developed a career as a musician, releasing rock-influenced singles and albums. He continues to create music as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter.

Early life

Family background

Rick Moses was born Richard Cantrell Moses Jr. on September 5, 1952, in Washington, District of Columbia. He is the son of Richard Cantrell Moses Sr., an advertising executive, and actress Marian McCargo (1932–2004). Moses was the oldest of four brothers: Graham Moses, director Harry Morgan Moses, and actor William R. Moses (known as Billy Moses). The family relocated to Pasadena, California during his childhood. This move placed them in the Los Angeles area, where his father's career continued and his mother's acting work was based.

Childhood and education

Rick Moses grew up in Pasadena, California after his family relocated from Washington, D.C., where he was born on September 5, 1952. His early interests in wrestling, swimming, movies, and music were encouraged by his mother, who enrolled him in acting classes in Hollywood and purchased his first guitar. He attended Chadwick School, a boarding school in Palos Verdes, California. He later attended Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. Moses began acting at age 15 in a 1967 Equity production of The Fifth Season at the Santa Monica Playhouse.

Athletic achievements

Rick Moses distinguished himself as a competitive swimmer during his high school years. He continued his athletic pursuits at Phillips Academy, where he was recognized in NISCA Prep School swimming lists for three consecutive years from 1969 to 1971, including contributions to relay teams alongside teammates such as Alexander Kazickas and Tim Neville. Moses also trained in martial arts starting at age 13, studying under instructor Bob Ozman.

Acting career

Early television and stage work

Rick Moses began his acting career with guest roles on television in the early 1970s. He made his on-screen debut in 1970, appearing as Duane in the Room 222 episode "The Laughing Majority," credited as Rickey Moses. The following year, he guest-starred as Stambler in the "Mindbend" episode of Mission: Impossible and as Don in an episode of The F.B.I. These early credits marked his initial entry into prime-time television, building toward more prominent opportunities later in the decade.

Breakthrough roles in television and film

Rick Moses gained prominence with his lead role in the prime-time CBS adventure series Young Dan'l Boone (1977–1978), portraying the young frontiersman Daniel Boone (also referred to as Dan'l Boone) across six episodes. The short-lived show focused on Boone's unmarried adventures with companions including a young English boy, a runaway slave, and a Cherokee warrior, as he explored the frontier while Rebecca Bryan awaited him at home. Although only four episodes aired, the role marked Moses' first major starring opportunity in network television. In 1978, Moses appeared in the feature film Avalanche, playing Bruce Scott in this disaster movie directed by Corey Allen and starring Rock Hudson and Mia Farrow. The film centered on vacationers at a ski resort facing survival challenges after an avalanche strikes, providing Moses with exposure in a theatrical release alongside established Hollywood stars. Later, in 1986, Moses took the role of Niles Perry in the ABC television movie Pleasures, directed by Sharron Miller. He portrayed a rock star who becomes a summer romance interest for one of the central female characters in this drama about three related women navigating seasonal relationships and personal entanglements. This performance represented a continued presence in made-for-television projects during the mid-1980s.

General Hospital and soap opera role

Rick Moses portrayed Jefferson "Hutch" Hutchins on the ABC daytime soap opera General Hospital from 1980 to 1981, appearing in 137 episodes. The character, often referred to as "Hitman" Hutch, was a fictional resident of Port Charles and became a prominent figure during a peak period of the show's popularity. Hutch's role is particularly remembered for his participation in the iconic "Luke, Laura, and Hutch" storyline, which centered on a romantic and dramatic entanglement involving Luke Spencer (Anthony Geary), Laura Webber (Genie Francis), and Hutch himself. In the arc, Hutch developed a close relationship with Laura that created tension and rivalry with Luke, contributing to one of General Hospital's most discussed and culturally impactful narratives of the era. This plotline helped elevate the show's daytime drama profile and remains a notable part of its history.

Music career

Early performances and debut album

Rick Moses pursued a parallel music career alongside his early acting work, performing as a singer at The Improv comedy club in New York City and other East Coast venues. During this period, he appeared on The Merv Griffin Show. In 1978, 20th Century Fox Records released his debut LP album Face the Music. This ten-track pop/rock record featured original songs written or co-written by Moses.

1980s releases and international recognition

In the 1980s, Rick Moses released music in Germany. After his earlier work, including the 1978 debut album Face the Music, he issued the single "If I Could Just Fall in Love" in 1985 via Teldec Records in Hamburg. The track was released as a 12" maxi-single (45 RPM) featuring the title song, written by Moses and produced by him, with "Still Alive" (co-written by Donahue and Moses) as the B-side. A music video was produced for "If I Could Just Fall in Love," directed by German filmmaker Utz Weber. This visual accompaniment supported the song's promotion.

Later albums and ongoing work

Following a period of focus on other pursuits after his 1980s music releases, Rick Moses returned to recording with the album Evil and Dangerous Men in 2005. The title track from the album was accompanied by an official music video that also served as a short film. In 2017, Moses released The Reality Express through Solaris Sound and Vision. Moses followed with Cycles of Life in 2019, also on Solaris Sound and Vision and produced by Robert Mills, who contributed bass and drums while Moses handled vocals, guitar, and piano. He continued releasing albums into the 2020s, including The Heart of the King in 2022. In 2025, Moses issued The Human Experience on Solaris Sound and Vision, again produced by Robert Mills, with Moses performing vocals, guitar, and piano alongside Mills on bass and drums. The album features primarily original songs written by Moses, with co-writes on "Ring of Truth" (with Rick Smith), "The Difference" (with Naftali Moses), and "Miracle Man 2025" (with Marc Weber), as well as covers of "Till There Was You" and "Ya Got Trouble" by Meredith Willson and "Cuando Calienta El Sol" by Rafael Gaston Perez. Moses' later work maintains a contemporary rock style with themes focused on real-life issues and personal perspectives.

Filmmaking and multi-hyphenate projects

Rick Moses showcased his multi-hyphenate capabilities in independent filmmaking with the short film Jack Takes a Vacation (1995), which he co-wrote with Marc Weber, directed, and starred in as the lead character Jack. He also served as co-producer on the project. Scenes from Jack Takes a Vacation were intercut into the official music video for "Evil and Dangerous Men," the title track from his 2005 album Evil and Dangerous Men. More recently, Moses produced the short film A Sirens Call (2021), which tells the mythical tale of a woman driven by power who is willing to do anything to attain it.

Personal life

Marriages and children

Rick Moses was previously married to Joni Morris, with whom he had two sons. They later separated. He married Colette Benhaim in 1988. They have four sons.

Religious conversion and beliefs

Moses was raised in the Episcopalian faith by his family, with his mother serving as a Sunday school teacher, though he did not connect with New Testament teachings and was primarily drawn to Old Testament stories. He maintained a lifelong belief in God from his earliest memories, even after his family ceased attending church following his parents' divorce when he was twelve. In his forties, Moses converted to Orthodox Judaism after his wife began exploring the religion and introduced him to lectures, which prompted his own investigation into Jewish texts and midrash; this process led him to conclude that the traditions were true and compelled him and his wife to become observant within a short time. Ritual aspects of the conversion were addressed under the guidance of Rabbi Avraham Gabay. Moses has stated that Judaism became the most important thing in his life after his sons, leading him to devote himself to study and observance with the same intensity he imagined a young person would apply to gaining admission to medical school. He described this commitment as having persisted for at least a decade by the time of his reflections on the matter.

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