Nicholas Worth was an American actor who is best known for his roles in films like “Don’t Answer the Phone!”, “Darkman”, and “Swamp Thing”. He had a distinctive menacing appearance and a deep voice that made him popular for villainous characters.
Personal and Family Life
Nicholas Worth was born on September 4, 1937, in St. Louis, Missouri. He studied fine arts and earned a B.A. from Carnegie Mellon University. Worth also served as an Army paratrooper for three years before moving to Los Angeles in 1965 to pursue acting. He studied at the Pasadena Playhouse and performed in various local stage productions.
Career Highlights
Worth made his film debut in “For Pete’s Sake!” in 1966 and went on to appear in several notable films, including “The Terminal Man” and “The Glove”. One of his most iconic performances was as a psychotic Vietnam veteran in “Don’t Answer the Phone!” which showcased his ability to play intense and dark characters. He also appeared in popular TV shows such as “Star Trek: Voyager”, “The X-Files”, and “Moonlighting”, displaying his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Nicholas Worth passed away on May 7, 2007, in Van Nuys, California, due to heart failure at the age of 69. He is remembered for his impressive range as a character actor and his memorable performances in both film and television. Beyond acting, he was known as a gentle person in real life, which was a contrast to many of the roles he played.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Plughead Rewired: Circuitry Man II | 1994-04-16 | Rock |
| Hell Comes to Frogtown | 1988-01-29 | Bull |
| Darkman | 1990-08-24 | Pauly |
| Don’t Answer the Phone! | 1980-02-29 | Kirk Smith |
| Swamp Thing | 1982-01-01 | Bruno |
| Scream Blacula Scream | 1973-06-27 | Dennis |
| Action Jackson | 1988-02-12 | Cartier |
| The Ladies Club | 1986-04-01 | Jack Dwyer |
| Blood Dolls | 1999-08-31 | George Warbeck |
| Star Trek: Voyager | 1995-01-16 | Lonzak |
| Moonlighting | 1985-03-03 | Inmate |
| MacGyver | 1985-09-29 | Jack Rogan |