(Oct. 18, 1935 - Dec. 12, 2006) Peter Boyle was an Emmy Award-winning American actor who is perhaps best known for his role as Frank Barone on the sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond. He is also well known for his roles in the 1974 film, Young Frankenstein and Taxi Driver in 1976. He won praise for both comedic and dramatic roles following his breakthrough performance in the 1970 film Joe.