Alex Rocco – Then
Acting legend Alex Rocco played Charlie Polniaczek, Jo’s father, in 11 episodes spread out over seven seasons between 1981 and 1988. While he was on the show, Rocco also took other acting jobs.
He has had roles in films including, Return to Horror High, P.K. and the Kid, Scenes from the Goldmine, and Lady in White. His other acting gigs include television roles on shows such as St. Elsewhere, The Golden Girls, The A-Team, and Murder She Wrote.”