John Aylward was an American actor known for his roles in Armageddon, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III, and Instinct. He was born on November 7, 1946, in Seattle, Washington, and passed away on May 16, 2022, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Aylward married Mary L. Fields on March 17, 1986, and they remained together until his death. He grew up in Seattle and completed his education at the Professional Actor’s Training Program at the University of Washington, graduating in 1970. In 1973, he co-founded Seattle’s Empty Space Theatre, contributing significantly to the local arts scene.
Death and Legacy
John Aylward died of natural causes on May 16, 2022, in Seattle. He was remembered for his impactful performances and dedication to the theater and television. His last public interview took place in 2020, where he shared insights from his career, reflecting his passion for acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Down with Love | 2003-05-08 | E.G. |
| The Crazies | 2010-02-26 | Mayor Hobbs |
| Buddy | 1997-06-06 | Joe Bowman |
| The Gray Man | 2007-08-30 | Capt. Ayers |
| Norman | 2010-06-11 | Robert Bessent |
| Forfeit | 2007-03-01 | |
| Gangster Squad | 2013-01-09 | Judge Carter |
| Just Visiting | 2001-04-06 | Byron |
| Swing Vote | 1999-04-19 | Justice Benjamin ‘Rip’ Ripley |
| Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III | 1993-03-17 | Niles |
| Finding Graceland | 1998-09-12 | Sheriff Haynes |
| A Million Ways to Die in the West | 2014-05-22 | Pastor Wilson |
| Instinct | 1999-06-04 | Warden Keefer |
| Armageddon | 1998-07-01 | Dr. Banks |
| Path to War | 2003-10-28 | Dean Rusk, Secretary of State |
| Thirteen Days | 2000-12-25 | Orville Dryfoos |
| ER | 1994-09-19 | Donald Anspaugh |
| Brothers and Sisters | 2006-09-24 | Joe Rawling |
| American Horror Story | 2011-10-05 | Father Malachi |
| Yellowstone | 2018-06-20 | Father Bob |
| The West Wing | 1999-09-22 | Barry Goodwin |