Richard Young (born December 17, 1955) is an American character actor, independent filmmaker, screenwriter, photographer and artist.

At twelve years old, his father bought him a Leica camera and taught him lighting basics which helped him become the main photographer for his high school's newspaper.

[1][2] While acting, he received offers to guest star on prime-time television and joined Beverly Hills Playhouse theatre group.

Young found a variety of work from both film and television including appearing in Kung Fu with William Katt and Gary Busey, Flamingo Road with Morgan Fairchild, Knight Rider and the Cheers episode 'Love Thy Neighbor'.

[1] As of 2018[update], Young resides in the Pacific Northwest in Seattle, Washington and is the owner of Silverwing Images where he creates fine art photography.