# Episode 69- William McNamara, "The Trouble with Billy"

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Podcast: [Hollywood Mini Spotlight](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hollywood-mini-spotlight-7058144)
Published: 2026-06-21T05:20:41+00:00
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## Resource

William McNamara is an American film and television actor, producer, writer, and director, born in Dallas, Texas. He studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and built a long screen career with more than 160 film and television credits. He first gained attention in films such as Dream a Little Dream, Stella, Stealing Home, Chasers, and the thriller Copycat. His television work includes appearances in projects such as NYPD Blue, Doing Time on Maple Drive, and numerous TV movies and independent films. Beyond acting, McNamara is known for his dedication to animal rescue and animal rights activism. He is known for his sobriety, his time away from Hollywood, and his work rescuing animals during the Los Angeles wildfires. His latest project is The Trouble with Billy.

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