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Gordon Pinsent

Jul 12, 1930 - Feb 25, 2023 (92 years old) in Grand Falls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Gordon Edward Pinsent CC FRSC (July 12, 1930 – February 25, 2023) was a Canadian actor, writer, director, and singer. He began his career in the 1940s, delving into radio dramas before serving in the Canadian Army. His extensive four-decade-long career spans stage, TV, and film, starring in notable works like "Quentin Durgens MP," "The Rowdyman," and "Power Play." He's received numerous awards, including ACTRA, GENIE, and GEMINI Awards, and earned honoraries from several universities. Pinsent's skills extend to writing; his novels inspired feature films, and he penned his memoirs, "By the Way." He shared a close friendship with Marlon Brando, often enjoying drive-in movies with Brando's family.

Known For

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Hogan's Heroes
S.S. Capt. Steiner
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Babar and the Adventures of Badou
King Babar (voice)
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The Red Green Show
Hap Shaughnessy
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The Outer Limits
Dr. Steven Molstad
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Marcus Welby, M.D.
Dr. Joseph Xavier
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Republic of Doyle
Maurice Becker
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The Listener
Accident Victim
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Cannon
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Due South
Fraser Sr. (voice)
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Corner Gas
Corky Dillems

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