Jeremy Slate was an American actor best known for his roles in “The Aquanauts,” “True Grit,” and “Girls! Girls! Girls!” He had a diverse career spanning from radio to theater and film, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Personal and Family Life
Born Robert Bullard Perham on February 17, 1926, in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Jeremy served in the United States Navy during World War II, participating in the D-Day invasion. He later attended St. Lawrence University, where he excelled academically and in athletics. Slate was married twice and had five children, although his marriages ended in divorce.
Career
Jeremy started his acting career in theater, winning an award in Peru before moving to Broadway with a significant role in “Look Homeward, Angel.” In Hollywood, he became known for his guest appearances on popular television shows in the ’60s and had notable roles in various films, often playing tough characters. Besides acting, he was also a country-and-western songwriter.
Death and Legacy
Jeremy Slate passed away on November 19, 2006, due to complications from surgery related to esophageal cancer. His legacy includes a rich body of work across different genres and his contributions to both film and music.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Lawnmower Man | 1992-03-05 | Father Francis McKeen |
| The Devil’s Brigade | 1968-05-15 | Sgt. Pat O’Neill |
| The Centerfold Girls | 1974-08-08 | Sgt. Garrett |
| The Dead Pit | 1989-10-01 | Dr. Gerald Swan |
| Hell’s Angels ’69 | 1969-09-10 | Wes |
| Girls! Girls! Girls! | 1962-11-21 | Wesley Johnson |
| Stranger in Our House | 1979-08-16 | Tom Bryant |
| The Born Losers | 1967-07-12 | Daniel ‘Danny’ Carmody |
| The Sons of Katie Elder | 1965-06-23 | Ben Latta |
| True Grit | 1969-06-11 | Emmett Quincy |
| G.I. Blues | 1960-11-23 | Turk |
| Wives and Lovers | 1963-08-29 | Gar Aldrich |
| North by Northwest | 1959-07-08 | Policeman at Grand Central Station (uncredited) |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Joe Helmer |
| Mission: Impossible | 1966-09-17 | Frederick Hoffman |