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Richard Theodore Otcasek, known as Ric Ocasek, was an American musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and occasional actor. He was the primary vocalist, rhythm guitarist, songwriter, and frontman for the American new wave band The Cars. In addition to his work with The Cars, Ocasek recorded seven solo albums, and his song "Emotion in Motion" was a top 20 hit in the United States in 1986.

Ocasek also worked as a record producer for artists such as Motion City Soundtrack, Suicide, Bad Brains, Weezer, Nada Surf, Guided by Voices, and No Doubt. In 2018, Ocasek was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Cars.read more
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Ric Ocasek has been suggested to play 3 roles. Click below to see other actors suggested for each role, and vote for who you think would play the role best.

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    Don't You Forget About Me (Sung By)

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    The Breakfast Club (2005)

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    Don't You Forget About Me in The Breakfast Club (2005)
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Richard Theodore Otcasek, known as Ric Ocasek, was an American musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and occasional actor. He was the primary vocalist, rhythm guitarist, songwriter, and frontman for the American new wave band The Cars. In addition to his work with The Cars, Ocasek recorded seven solo albums, and his song "Emotion in Motion" was a top 20 hit in the United States in 1986. Ocasek also worked as a record producer for artists such as Motion City Soundtrack, Suicide, Bad Brains, Weezer, Nada Surf, Guided by Voices, and No Doubt. In 2018, Ocasek was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Cars.
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