C. Everett Koop was an American actor who is best known for The Exorcist III, C. Everett Koop, M.D., and New York Street Games.
Personal and Family Life
C. Everett Koop, born Charles Everett Koop on October 14, 1916, in Brooklyn, New York, was not only known for his acting but also for his significant role as a public health leader. He was married twice; first to Elizabeth Flanagan, with whom he had four children, and later to Cora L. Hogue until his death. Koop was a prominent figure as the U.S. Surgeon General from 1981 to 1989, known for his efforts in public health advocacy.
Death and Legacy
C. Everett Koop passed away on February 25, 2013, in Hanover, New Hampshire, due to kidney failure. His impactful career and contributions to healthcare have left a lasting legacy; he was inducted into the Healthcare Internet Hall of Fame in 2013. Notably, he survived a cardiac arrest in 2004, demonstrating resilience that was characteristic of his life and career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Exorcist III | 1990-08-17 | Everett Koop |
| Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt | 1989-12-01 | Self – Surgeon General (archive footage) |
| Baby Parts for Sale | 2001-01-01 | Himself |
| Triumph at Carville: A Tale of Leprosy in America | 2005-01-01 | Self – Former U.S. Surgeon General |
| New York Street Games | 2010-07-28 | Self |
| C. Everett Koop, M.D. | 1991-06-04 | Host |
| Charlie Rose | 1991-09-30 | Self (Former U.S. Surgeon General) |