William Thomas Jr. was an American actor who is best known for Star Trek: The Next Generation, Surviving Christmas, and Bruce Almighty.
Personal and Family Life
William Thomas Jr. was born on November 8, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio. His parents were William Thomas Sr. and Thelma Hunt. He had two siblings, Janice Thomas Parks and Gene Thomas Harris. He was also the uncle of Wade Thomas Harris and Wesley Parks Jr.
Career
William had a successful acting career with notable roles in various television shows and movies. He was initially cast as Newman in Seinfeld, but his scenes were deleted, and Wayne Knight took the role instead. He worked as a minister at the Little White Chapel in Burbank, California.
Death and Legacy
William Thomas Jr. passed away on November 14, 2020, in Burbank, California. His contributions to television and film are remembered by fans and colleagues alike. He left behind a legacy of diverse performances, showcasing his talent across various genres.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Bruce Almighty | 2003-05-23 | Technical Director |
| Life on Liberty Street | 2004-01-01 | Dr. Jim Rivera |
| Coming Down | 1916-05-03 | Leonardo the Lion |
| Surviving Christmas | 2004-09-21 | Choir Director |
| Star Trek: The Next Generation | 1987-09-28 | Santos |
| Frank’s Place | 1987-09-14 | Cool Charles |
| The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air | 1990-09-10 | David |
| 7th Heaven | 1996-08-26 | Organ Player |
| Home Improvement | 1991-09-17 | Appraiser |
| The West Wing | 1999-09-22 | SitRoom Civilian Advisor David |
| The Cosby Show | 1984-09-20 | Dabnis Brickey |
| Gilmore Girls | 2000-10-05 | Doctor |
| Hope and Gloria | 1995-03-09 | Artie |
| The Bernie Mac Show | 2001-11-14 | |
| Cop Rock | 1990-09-26 | Det. William Donald Potts |