Martin West was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Freckles, General Hospital, and Family Plot.
Personal and Family Life
Martin West, born Martin Heller Weixelbaum on August 28, 1937, grew up in Westhampton, New York. He married four times, with his final marriage to artist Ann Chernow lasting from 1998 until his death in 2019. He had a total of four children from his marriages.
Career
West made his acting debut in the film Freckles in 1960 and became well-known for his role as Dr. Phil Brewer on the soap opera General Hospital starting in 1966. He had appearances in several noteworthy films, including Harper and Alfred Hitchcock’s Family Plot, showcasing his versatility as an actor in both film and television.
Death and Legacy
Martin West passed away on December 31, 2019, in Norwalk, Connecticut. His contributions to film and television are remembered by fans and colleagues, leaving behind a legacy of notable performances in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Freckles | 1960-10-19 | Freckles |
| The Man from Galveston | 1963-12-18 | Stonewall Grey |
| The Girls on the Beach | 1965-05-12 | Duke |
| Harper | 1966-02-22 | Deputy |
| General Hospital | 1966 | Dr. Phil Brewer |
| Family Plot | 1976-04-09 | Floyd Sanger |
| Soldier Blue | 1970-08-12 | Lt. Spingarn |
| Assault on Precinct 13 | 1976-10-08 | Lawson |
| Sweet November | 1968-02-08 | Gordon |
| Mac and Me | 1988-08-12 | Wickett |
| Highway to Heaven | 1984-09-19 | Mr. Kling |
| Perry Mason | 1957-09-21 | Herbie Cornwall |
| Bonanza | 1959-09-12 | Johnny Hill |
| Listen to Me | 1989-05-05 | |
| Manhunt: Search for the Night Stalker | 1989-11-12 | Chief Daryl Gates |
| La Classe américaine | 1993-12-31 | Police Officer (archive footage) (uncredited) |
| Der Preis fürs Überleben | 1980-02-18 | Joseph C. Randolph |
| A Swingin’ Summer | 1965-04-01 | Turk Wallace |