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By Algore Rythms

Updated 18 March 2023

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Charles Napier is ...

Dead

Born	12 April 1936 in Kentucky
Died	5 October 2011 in Bakersfield
Age	75 years, 6 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	United States of America
Occupation	actor, voice actor, television actor and film actor

About Charles Napier

Charles Napier was a Hollywood icon, known for his rugged good looks and commanding presence on screen. Born on April 12, 1936, in Scottsville, Kentucky, Napier grew up in a family of farmers and factory workers. He attended Western Kentucky University, where he studied art and drama, before moving to New York City to pursue his acting career.

Napier's big break came in 1967, when he landed a role in the classic biker film "The Wild Angels." He went on to appear in a string of popular movies, including "The Blues Brothers," "Rambo: First Blood Part II," and "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery." He also had a successful television career, with roles on shows like "The A-Team," "Miami Vice," and "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine."

Napier was known for his tough-guy persona and his ability to play a wide range of characters. He was equally comfortable in action movies and comedies, and he had a talent for delivering memorable one-liners. He was also a talented musician, and he often incorporated his love of music into his acting roles.

Despite his success in Hollywood, Napier never forgot his roots. He remained close to his family in Kentucky, and he was a passionate advocate for rural communities and small-town America. He was also a dedicated supporter of the military, and he often visited troops overseas to boost morale.

Napier passed away on October 5, 2011, at the age of 75. He left behind a legacy of memorable performances and a reputation as one of Hollywood's most versatile actors. His influence can still be felt in the movies and TV shows of today, and his fans continue to celebrate his life and work.

References:

- "Charles Napier, Versatile Character Actor, Dies at 75." The New York Times, October 7, 2011.

- "Charles Napier, Actor in 'The Blues Brothers' and 'Rambo,' Dies at 75." Rolling Stone, October 6, 2011.

- "Charles Napier: Hollywood Tough Guy with a Heart of Gold." The Guardian, October 7, 2011.

Films - which cast members have died?

Charles Napier has been a part of these films.

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The Silence of the Lambs

1991 thriller movie directed by Jonathan Demme

The Blues Brothers

1980 musical comedy film

Austin Powers in Goldmember

2002 American spy comedy film

The Cable Guy

1996 film by Ben Stiller

Philadelphia

1993 film by Jonathan Demme, one of the first mainstream Hollywood films to acknowledge AIDS, homosexuality, and homophobia

Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery

1997 film by Jay Roach

Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me

1999 film by Jay Roach

Beyond the Valley of the Dolls

1970 film by Russ Meyer

Rambo: First Blood Part II

1985 American action film

Beloved

1998 film based on Toni Morrison's book "Beloved"

Steel

American superhero action film

The Grifters

1990 film by Stephen Frears

Melvin and Howard

1980 film by Jonathan Demme

Married to the Mob

1988 American comedy film

Maniac Cop 2

1990 American action horror film

The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard.

2009 film by Neal Brennan

Annapolis

2006 drama film

Jury Duty

1995 film by John Fortenberry

Loaded Weapon 1

US 1993 comedy film

Miami Blues

1990 film by George Armitage

Supervixens

1975 film by Russ Meyer

Dinocroc

film

Last Embrace

1979 film by Jonathan Demme

Swing Shift

1984 film by Jonathan Demme

Handle with Care

1977 film by Jonathan Demme

3 Ninjas Knuckle Up

1995 film by Shin Sang-ok

Pirates of the Plain

1999 film by John R. Cherry III

Cherry, Harry & Raquel!

1970 film by Russ Meyer

Camping del Terrore

1987 film by Ruggero Deodato

Life Blood

2009 film by Ron Carlson

Thunder and Lightning

1977 film by Corey Allen

In Search of a Golden Sky

Instant Justice

1986 film by Denis Amar

Mean Tricks

1992 film by Umberto Lenzi

Moonfire

1973 film by Michael Parkhurst

Deep Space

1988 film by Fred Olen Ray

Future Zone

science fiction movie

The Night Stalker

Alien From the Deep

1989 film by Antonio Margheriti

Cop Target

1990 film by Umberto Lenzi

Code Condor

1990 film by Sergio Martino

The Last Match

1990 film by Fabrizio De Angelis

Under Surveillance

Riot

1996 film by Joseph Merhi

Television - which cast members have died?

Charles Napier has been a part of these shows.

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The Simpsons

American animated sitcom created by Matt Groening

Star Trek: The Original Series

American science fiction television series

Archer

American animated television series

CSI: Vegas

American crime fiction television series

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine

American science fiction television series from 1993-1999

Dallas

American television soap opera

Curb Your Enthusiasm

American television series

The Dukes of Hazzard

American television series

The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest

American animated television series

Mission: Impossible

television series

The A-Team

1980s American television series

Walker, Texas Ranger

American TV series

Monk

American television series

The Practice

television series

The Rockford Files

television series

Murder, She Wrote

American television series

L.A. Law

television series

Cold Case

television series

The Incredible Hulk

1978 television series

Buzz Lightyear of Star Command

television series based on Toy Story

The Critic

television series

Party of Five

American television series

The 4400

2004 American science fiction television series

Roswell

television series

miniseries

television program with few episodes

Superman: The Animated Series

television series

CHiPs

American television drama series

The Legend of Tarzan

2001-2003 animated TV series

Whiz Kids

television program

Knight Rider

1982-1986 American television series

War and Remembrance

Justice League Unlimited

American animated television series

Coach

American television sitcom

Kojak

American television series starring Telly Savalas

Baa Baa Black Sheep

television series

Night Court

television program

Son of the Beach

Jumanji

The Golden Palace

television program

Squidbillies

American animated television series

Men in Black: The Series

The Mummy: The Animated Series

television program

The Streets of San Francisco

television series

Tales of the Gold Monkey

God, the Devil and Bob

Strike Force

Renegade

American television series

Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

Street Hawk

The Blue and the Gray

film directed by Andrew V. McLaglen

Outlaws

1986 American television series

Paradise

American Western family television series

Pacific Blue

Baretta

television series