Jeff MacKay was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Magnum, P.I., All the President’s Men, and JAG. Born on October 20, 1948, in Dallas, Texas, he passed away on August 22, 2008, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Personal and Family Life
Jeff MacKay’s interest in acting was sparked by his cousin, Robert Redford, who also helped him secure his Screen Actors Guild card with a small part in All the President’s Men. He studied at the Neighborhood Playhouse to hone his acting skills.
Career
MacKay had a versatile career, appearing in numerous films and television shows throughout the years. Some of his notable credits include his work on Magnum, P.I. and JAG, where he showcased his talent in a variety of roles. His portrayal of characters often left a lasting impression on audiences.
Death and Legacy
Jeff MacKay died due to liver failure on August 22, 2008. He is remembered for his contributions to the entertainment industry and the memorable characters he portrayed, which continue to resonate with fans.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Flying Misfits | 1976-09-21 | Lt. Donald French |
| Mission Galactica: The Cylon Attack | 1979-01-01 | Corporal Komma |
| Midnight Offerings | 1981-02-27 | Herb Nemenz |
| The Wild Wild West Revisited | 1979-05-09 | Hugo Kaufman |
| Frame Up | 1991-06-27 | Bob Sprague |
| Songwriter | 1984-10-14 | Hogan |
| The Brass Ring | 1974-10-26 | Teddy |
| All the President’s Men | 1976-04-09 | Reporter |
| Hot Summer in Barefoot County | 1974-07-01 | Cully Joe |
| Magnum, P.I. | 1980-12-11 | |
| Tales of the Gold Monkey | 1982-09-22 | Corky |
| JAG | 1995-09-23 | Big Bud Roberts |
| Dr. Shrinker | 1976-09-11 | |
| Kung Fu: The Legend Continues | 1993-01-27 | Doc Kline |
| Hardcastle and McCormick | 1983-09-18 | |
| The Greatest American Hero | 1981-03-18 | |
| Airwolf | 1984-01-22 | Buddy |
| Diagnosis: Murder | 1993-10-29 | Paul Pishny |
| The Transformers | 1984-10-06 | Fireflight (voice) |
| Baa Baa Black Sheep | 1976-09-21 | Donald French |
| Airwolf | 1984-01-22 | Sgt. Willie Nash |
| Battlestar Galactica | 1978-09-17 | Corporal Komma |
| Battlestar Galactica | 1978-09-17 | Crewman |
| Battlestar Galactica | 1978-09-17 | CPI Komma |