Charles Davis was an American actor who is best known for his roles in the films “Happy as the Grass Was Green,” “Thunder Run,” and “Get Outta Town.” Born on August 31, 1925, in Dublin, Ireland, he made a significant impact in theater and film before passing away on December 12, 2009.
Personal and Family Life
Charles Davis was married to actress Marilyn O’Connor from 1950 until his death in 2009, and together they had two children, including daughter Maripat Davis. He came to the United States in the late 1940s to perform in the Broadway production “Finian’s Rainbow,” where he played the role of Og, the Leprechaun, making over 1,000 appearances. Davis also co-founded the Hollywood School of Drama and later the Actors and Singers Studio in Thousand Oaks, California, where he also taught acting.
Career
Charles Davis began his acting career on the stage of the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. He became widely recognized for his work both on the stage and in film, appearing in a variety of productions over the years. Notably, he took on the role of Finian in a production that included his wife Marilyn, daughter Maripat, and grandson Patrick Gordon-Davis.
Death and Legacy
Charles Davis passed away on December 12, 2009, from a heart attack in Thousand Oaks, California. His contributions to the arts, particularly in theater education and performance, have left a lasting legacy. He is remembered not only for his performances but also for his dedication to teaching aspiring actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Five Steps to Danger | 1956-11-05 | Edward Manning Kirkpatrick aka Kirk |
| Rogue’s March | 1953-02-13 | Cpl. Biggs |
| The Young Stranger | 1957-02-01 | Detective |
| The Desert Rats | 1953-05-20 | Pete |
| The King’s Thief | 1955-08-05 | Apothecary |
| Knight Rider | 1982-09-26 | Jeremy Towers |
| Night Gallery | 1970-12-16 | Officer of Watch – Lusitania (segment “Lone Survivor”) |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Detective Raines |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Reporter |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Sam Saunders |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Museum Guard |
| Leave It to Beaver | 1957-10-04 | Willis Cornelius |