Mel Winkler was an American actor who is best known for his roles as Melvin in Doc Hollywood, the original voice of Aku Aku in Crash Bandicoot, and Lucius Fox in The New Batman Adventures.
Personal and Family Life
Mel Winkler was born on October 23, 1941, in St. Louis, Missouri. He had a family with two children, Maury and Mark. Little is known about his spouse or other personal details, but it is clear that he valued his family and personal life.
Career
Throughout his career, Winkler made a significant impact in both live-action and voice acting. He is well-regarded for his work in television series such as Superman: The Animated Series, where he voiced Commissioner Henderson, and in the Crash Bandicoot video games, where he became known for his role as Aku Aku. His ability to portray various characters showcased his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Mel Winkler passed away in his sleep on June 11, 2020, in Hollywood, California. His contributions to film and television have left a lasting legacy, particularly in the world of animated series and video games. Fans continue to remember him for his unique voice and captivating performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Doc Hollywood | 1991-08-02 | Melvin the Mechanic |
| Devil in a Blue Dress | 1995-09-29 | Joppy |
| Full Eclipse | 1993-11-27 | Stratton |
| All the Right Moves | 1983-10-21 | Jess Covington |
| The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays | 2006-05-02 | Seth Holly (segment “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone”) |
| Midnight Runaround | 1994-03-20 | Raymond |
| Coach Carter | 2005-01-14 | Coach White |
| A Life Less Ordinary | 1997-10-24 | Frank |
| The Day the Music Died | 1977-01-01 | J.J. |
| Off Beat | 1986-04-10 | Earl |
| Heaven Help Us | 1985-02-08 | Willie |
| City Hall | 1996-02-16 | Detective Holly |
| The Shield | 2002-03-12 | Maurice Webster |
| Star Trek: Voyager | 1995-01-16 | Jack Hayes |
| Superman: The Animated Series | 1996-09-06 | Commissioner Henderson (voice) |
| The Cosby Show | 1984-09-20 | |
| Brimstone | 1998-10-23 | |
| The Unit | 2006-03-07 | Avery Flowers |
| Babylon 5 | 1994-01-26 | Reverend Will Dexter |
| Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman | 1993-09-12 | Henderson |
| The New Batman Adventures | 1997-09-13 | Lucius Fox (voice) |
| The Invisible Man | 2000-06-09 | Walter |
| ER | 1994-09-19 | Mr. Sanberry |
| Madman of the People | 1994-09-22 | Sandman |