**Bill Strothers** is an actor known primarily for his participation in *The Astrologer* (1976), an independent film that blends horror and blaxploitation elements, directed by James Glickenhaus. In the film, Strothers plays the protagonist, John Winter, an enigmatic and charismatic astrologer with prescient abilities.

His film career was relatively brief and focused on low-budget, genre productions. Although *The Astrologer* remains his most significant role, the film has gained cult status over the years, solidifying Strothers as a recognizable figure among fans of genre and bizarre cinema, thanks to his singular portrayal of a character as fascinating as he was ambiguous.