Michael Kopsa was a Canadian actor known for his roles in film and television, as well as voicing characters in animation. He is best recognized for his performances as Ned Cecil in Fantastic Four, Paul Klein in Watchmen, and the voice of Beast in X-Men: Evolution.
Personal and Family Life
Michael Kopsa was born on January 22, 1956, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He studied acting at New York’s Circle in the Square Theater School in the mid-1980s before returning to Canada to attend the University of Toronto. He had one child, Nora Kopsa, with his ex-wife Lucia Frangione.
Career Highlights
Kopsa had an extensive career in acting, with notable guest appearances on long-running shows like The X-Files, Stargate SG-1, and Smallville. He received the Jessie Award in 2012 for his outstanding performance in a theatre production. Additionally, he made significant contributions to North American animation, portraying characters such as Samukai in Lego Ninjago and Char Aznable in Mobile Suit Gundam.
Death and Legacy
Michael Kopsa passed away on October 23, 2022, in Vancouver, British Columbia, after battling a brain tumor. He left behind a diverse body of work and is remembered for his impactful roles and contributions to both live-action and voice acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| D.C. Sniper: 23 Days of Fear | 2003-10-17 | Detective Foster |
| The Proposal | 2001-01-08 | Zack Mallette |
| Planet Hulk | 2010-02-02 | Lavin Skee (voice) |
| Watchmen | 2009-03-04 | Paul Klein |
| Fantastic Four | 2005-06-29 | Ned Cecil |
| X-Men: Evolution | 2000-07-20 | Beast (voice) |
| Iron Man: Armored Adventures | 2009-04-24 | Basil Sandhurst / Controller (voice) |
| Smallville | 2001-10-16 | Dean Winters |