Don Fellows was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Raiders of the Lost Ark, Superman II, and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace.
Personal and Family Life
Born on December 2, 1922, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Don Fellows had a successful career in acting. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin and the United States Merchant Marine Academy. He was married twice, first to an unnamed spouse with whom he had two daughters, and later to Miranda Fellows, with whom he had two more daughters.
Career Highlights
Fellows was a character actor and an acting teacher who studied at the Actors Studio starting in 1952. He had a fruitful career in both the United States and England, appearing in many musicals, including the original Broadway production of South Pacific and various West End productions. He also worked extensively in voiceover, overcoming a career-threatening stutter with the help of actor Henry Fonda.
Death and Legacy
Don Fellows passed away on October 21, 2007, in London, England. His contributions to theater and film have left a lasting legacy, particularly in the world of musicals and character roles. He is remembered as a talented performer who overcame personal challenges to achieve great success in his career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Raiders of the Lost Ark | 1981-06-12 | Col. Musgrove |
| The Omen | 1976-06-25 | Thorn’s Second Aide |
| Superman II | 1980-12-11 | General |
| Superman IV: The Quest for Peace | 1987-07-24 | Levon Hornsby |
| Electric Dreams | 1984-07-20 | Ryley |
| Inside Out | 1975-10-19 | U.S. Colonel |
| Who Dares Wins | 1982-08-26 | Ambassador Franklin |
| Inspector Morse | 1987-01-06 | Lyman Stansky |
| The Philco Television Playhouse | 1948-10-03 | Lanier |
| Tales of the Unexpected | 1979-03-24 | Renshaw |