Dan Ammerman was an American actor who is best known for Local Hero, Dallas, and A Taste for Killing.
Personal and Family Life
Dan Ammerman was born on June 10, 1932, in Tyrone, Pennsylvania. He was married to Mary Graca Ammerman from 1954 until his death in 2009. The couple had two children, Mark and Terri Ammerman. Dan was the son of Harry Eugene and Helen Morrow Ammerman and had a deep love for horses and golf, having raised Arabian horses in his lifetime.
Career
Dan began his career in television and gained prominence as a co-news anchor with Dave Ward at KTRK-TV in Houston during the late 1960s to early 1970s. He later transitioned to acting, appearing in several notable films and television shows that established him as a familiar face in the entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Dan Ammerman passed away on May 11, 2009, in Houston, Texas, due to Alzheimer’s disease. His contributions to acting, particularly in the films and TV series he starred in, left a lasting impact on his viewers and colleagues. He is remembered fondly by his family and fans for his work and passion within the arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Local Hero | 1983-02-17 | Donaldson |
| The Jesse Owens Story | 1984-07-09 | Coach Robertson |
| Guilty of Innocence: The Lenell Geter Story | 1987-02-03 | Judge Schaflin |
| A Taste for Killing | 1992-08-12 | Mr. Stoddard |
| The Sky’s No Limit | 1984-02-07 | Jack Hamilton |
| Dallas | 1978-04-02 | Dr. Harlan Danvers |
| Dallas | 1978-04-02 | Al Dehner |