William Morgan Sheppard

William Morgan Sheppard was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “Star Trek,” “Babylon 5,” and “Doctor Who.” He was born on August 24, 1932, in London, England.

Personal and Family Life

William Sheppard was raised in London in an Anglo-Irish family. He graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and spent 12 years with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He married Regina L. Scherer in 1963, and they had one child together.

Career Highlights

William had a prolific acting career spanning stage and screen. He made his Broadway debut in “Marat-Sade” in 1966 and was later recognized for his work in “The Homecoming,” for which he won a Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award. He also lent his distinctive rasping voice to video games, including Civilization V.

Death and Legacy

William Morgan Sheppard passed away on January 6, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. He left behind a rich legacy in acting with performances in theater, film, and television that showcased his remarkable talent.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Wild at Heart 1990-08-17 Mr. Reindeer
The Elephant Man 1980-10-09 Man In Pub
Gettysburg 1993-10-08 Maj. Gen. Isaac R. Trimble / Narrator
Love’s Long Journey 2005-12-03 Scottie
Hawk the Slayer 1980-08-27 Ranulf
Star Trek: The Next Generation 1987-09-28 Dr. Ira Graves
Doctor Who 2005-03-26 Canton Delaware
Babylon 5 1994-01-26 The Soul Hunter
Over Her Dead Body 2008-02-01 Father Marks
Dexter 2006-10-01 N/A