Paul Napier was an American actor who is best known for Diplomatic Immunity, Knots Landing, and Getting Even. He had a successful career in acting and produced several notable works.
Personal and Family Life
Paul Napier was born on March 10, 1930, in Rochester, New York. He was married to Marie Lois Bonady from May 18, 1957, until his death on February 21, 2015. Together, they had three children: Michael, Mark, and Scott Napier. He was the son of Charles Wellington Napier and Mildred E. Martin.
Career Highlights
Napier began his career as a hockey announcer before entering the acting scene in Hollywood in 1960. He was a founding member of the Screen Actors Guild Awards and served as a producer for the show from its inception in 1995 until 2013. He also originated the character Mr. Goodwrench for General Motors and appeared in over 400 commercials throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
Paul Napier passed away on February 21, 2015, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to the entertainment industry, especially in acting and producing, have left a lasting impact. He is remembered for his dedication to his craft and his involvement in various significant projects throughout his life.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Secret Life of an American Wife | 1968-06-25 | Herb Steinberg |
| The Hazing | 1977-12-16 | Detective Henderson |
| Diplomatic Immunity | 1991-04-19 | Kinnick |
| Her Life as a Man | 1984-03-12 | Nat Rogers |
| Saved by the Bell: Hawaiian Style | 1992-11-27 | Mr. Sarpa |
| Fireball 500 | 1966-06-07 | |
| When We Were Young | 1989-07-17 | |
| Hart to Hart | 1979-08-25 | Sam Roberts |
| Flesh & Blood | 1979-10-14 | TV Producer |
| Stand by Your Man | 1981-05-13 | Dr. Harris |
| Time Changer | 2003-10-25 | Dr. Butler |
| Getting Even | 1986-02-21 | Reynolds |
| seaQuest DSV | 1993-09-12 | Head #4 |
| The Mothers-in-Law | 1967-09-10 | George |
| The Mothers-in-Law | 1967-09-10 | Phone Man |
| The Mothers-in-Law | 1967-09-10 | Ranger Sutton |
| The Mothers-in-Law | 1967-09-10 | Mr. Smith |
| Taxi | 1978-09-12 | Mr. Blount |
| Kojak | 1973-10-24 | Joseph Yardley |