Mac Davis was an American actor and songwriter who is best known for his work in “North Dallas Forty,” “Next,” and “Passengers.” He was also famous for writing hits like “In the Ghetto” for Elvis Presley.
Personal and Family Life
Mac Davis was born Morris Mac Davis on January 21, 1942, in Lubbock, Texas. He had three marriages: Fran Cook (1963-1968), Sarah Jane Barg (1970-1975), and Lise Gerard (1982 until his death). He had three children named Joel Scott, Noah Claire, and Cody Luke.
Career Highlights
Mac Davis was a talented singer and songwriter before making a name for himself in acting. He gained fame for his successful songs, as well as for his acting roles in films like “North Dallas Forty” and “The Sting II.” He was honored in 2006 when he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Death and Legacy
Mac Davis passed away on September 29, 2020, in Nashville, Tennessee, due to complications from heart surgery. His contributions to music and film have left a lasting impact, remembered by fans and peers alike for his songwriting talent and charismatic performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Where the Red Fern Grows | 2003-05-03 | Bellington |
| North Dallas Forty | 1979-08-03 | Seth Maxwell |
| The Sting II | 1983-02-18 | Jake Hooker |
| Possums | 1998-06-13 | Wilbur ‘Will’ Clark |
| The Dukes of Hazzard: Hazzard in Hollywood | 2000-06-05 | The Balladeer |
| For My Daughter’s Honor | 1996-11-20 | Norm Dustin |
| Blackmail | 1991-10-23 | Norm |
| Cheaper to Keep Her | 1981-01-01 | Bill Dekkar |
| The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel | 2002-03-31 | Self |
| What Price Victory | 1988-01-18 | Jake Ramson |
| Dolly Parton: Here I Am | 2019-12-25 | Self |
| Brothers-in-Law | 1985-04-28 | T.K. ‘Tom’ Kenny |
| Beer for My Horses | 2008-08-08 | Reverend J.D. Parker |
| Angel’s Dance | 1999-02-25 | Norman |
| Still Holding On: The Legend of Cadillac Jack | 1998-04-28 | Clayton |
| Davy Crockett | 1986-12-18 | Davy Crockett |
| The Wendell Baker Story | 2005-08-03 | Agent Buck |
| True Vinyl | 2004-12-29 | Frank Thompson |
| Elvis: His Life and Times | 1993-08-14 | Self – Host |
| That ’70s Show | 1998-08-23 | St. Peter |
| King of the Hill | 1997-01-12 | Sheriff Buford (voice) |
| The Midnight Special | 1972-08-19 | Host |