may not adequately summarize its contents. To comply with Wikipedia's lead section guidelines, please consider expanding the lead to provide an accessible overview of the article's key points. (January 2011) Max Wright Born George Edward Maxwell Wright August 2, 1943 (1943-08-02) (age 67) Detroit, Michigan Occupation Actor Years active 1974-2005 Spouse Linda Wright (1965 - present) George Edward Maxwell "Max" Wright (born August 2, 1943) is an American actor, best known for his role as Willie Tanner in the sitcom ALF..