The crossword solution for the term HELP! ACTOR is 'STARR'. This refers to the English musician, singer, songwriter, and actor, Sir Richard Starkey, better known as Ringo Starr. He was the drummer of the Beatles, one of the most successful and influential bands in the history of popular music. Starr also starred in the 1965 film 'Help!' which was based on the Beatles' album of the same name.