
Actor
Charles Lewis Napier (April 12, 1936 – October 5, 2011) was a prolific American actor known for his many supporting and occasional leading roles in television and film. Born near Scottsville, Kentucky, Napier served in the U.S. Army before pursuing higher education, earning a degree in art from Western Kentucky University. He initially worked as a sports coach and art teacher before dedicating himself to acting. Napier gained early attention after starring in several low-budget films by director Russ Meyer, including his debut in Cherry, Harry & Raquel! (1969). He became well-known for his portrayal of tough, authoritative characters such as police officers, soldiers, and villains often with a rugged or corrupt edge. Among his memorable roles are the short-tempered country singer Tucker McElroy in The Blues Brothers (1980), CIA officer Marshall Murdock in Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985), and multiple collaborations with director Jonathan Demme in films like The Silence of the Lambs (1991) and Philadelphia (1993). He also had notable appearances in television, including roles in The A-Team, The Oregon Trail, Star Trek: The Original Series, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Napier was appreciated for his strong voice, steely gaze, and distinct broad chin, which made him a standout character actor. Napier passed away in 2011 in Bakersfield, California, due to thrombosis at the age of 75. He also published a book about his life titled Square Jaw and Big Heart
Născut
12 aprilie 1936
Zodie
Berbec
Decedat
5 octombrie 2011
Locul nașterii
Scottsville, Kentucky, USA
Universul filmelor sale
Regie · 5 filme
Jonathan Demme
Tăcerea mieilor, Philadelphia, Candidatul altora, Ceva sălbatic, Married to the Mob
Regie · 2 filme
Jay Roach
Austin Powers și organizația secretă, Austin Powers: Spionul care mi-a tras-o

Tăcerea mieilor
Lt. Boyle
1991

Spirit: Armăsarul Vestului Sălbatic
Roy (voice)
2002

Philadelphia
Judge Garnett
1993

Frații Blues
Tucker McElroy
1980

Rambo: Primul sânge, partea II
Marshall Murdock
1985

Austin Powers și organizația secretă
Commander Gilmour
1997

Austin Powers: Spionul care mi-a tras-o
Gen. Hawk
1999

Tipu' de la cablu
Arresting Officer
1996

Candidatul altora
General Sloan
2004

Profesorul trăsnit II: Klumpii
Four Star General
2000

Stăpâni peste Dogtown
Nudie
2005

National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1
Interrogator
1993

Annapolis
2006

Escrocii
Gloucester Hebbing
1990

Ceva sălbatic
Irate Chef
1986

Body Bags
Manager
1993

Married to the Mob
Angela's Hairdresser
1988

Steel
Col. David
1997

Maniac Cop 2
Lew Brady
1990

The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard
Dick Lewiston
2009

Miami Blues
Sergeant Bill Henderson
1990

Dincolo de valea păpușilor
Baxter
1970

3 Ninjas Knuckle Up
Jack
1995

Ernest Goes to Jail
Warden
1990