Skeeter Vaughan was an American actor best known for his roles in films such as “Like Father Like Son,” “Revolution,” and “Starbird and Sweet William.” He was born George Vaughan on December 4, 1922, in Riverside County, California, and passed away on March 8, 1989, in Sequim, Washington.
Personal and Family Life
Skeeter Vaughan was raised on a Cherokee Indian reservation, where he was known as Grey Otter. His unique upbringing influenced his later career in entertainment, especially in roles that reflected Native American culture.
Career
Vaughan began performing at a young age, starting his career as a knife and tomahawk thrower in a traveling show at just 12 years old. Over the years, he acted and performed stunts in numerous television shows and films throughout the 1970s and 1980s, earning a reputation for his talent and versatility.
Death and Legacy
Skeeter Vaughan died on March 8, 1989, in Sequim, Washington. His contributions to film and television, particularly in representing Native American characters, have left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Like Father Like Son | 1987-10-02 | Medicine Man |
| Revolution | 1985-12-25 | Tonti |
| Starbird and Sweet William | 1973-03-21 | Grandfather |
| House Made of Dawn | 1972-03-24 | Albino and Old Man |
| Reflections of Passion | 1975-12-05 | |
| The Dick Cavett Show | 1968-06-06 | Self – Guest |
| The Six Million Dollar Man | 1974-01-18 | Charlie Two Feathers |