Quick Facts
Born:
1950-06-27
Birthplace:
Harlem, New York City, New York, USA
Credits:
15 Total Roles
Ken Marshall
Acting
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Biography
Ken Marshall, born Kenneth Marshall on June 27, 1950, in New York City, is a retired American actor known for his work in film, television, and theater. He graduated from Saint Joseph High School in Michigan in 1968 and built a notable career starting with stage roles, including productions like "The Tempest" in 1979.
Marshall gained international attention for his title role in the 1982 television miniseries "Marco Polo." He is also widely recognized for starring as Prince Colwyn in the 1983 fantasy adventure film "Krull." On television, some of his notable roles include Lt. Commander Michael Eddington in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" (1994โ1997), a character for which he received an OFTA Television Award nomination for best male actor. He appeared in other TV shows such as "Quantum Leap," "Empty Nest," "Baywatch," and "Hunter." His film credits include "Tilt" (1979), "The Skin" (1981), and "Feds" (1988), among others.
In addition to screen work, he has had a significant theater career, performing in Broadway and touring productions including "West Side Story" and "Into the Woods." Ken Marshall retired from acting but remains respected for his diverse roles across genres over multiple decades.
Marshall gained international attention for his title role in the 1982 television miniseries "Marco Polo." He is also widely recognized for starring as Prince Colwyn in the 1983 fantasy adventure film "Krull." On television, some of his notable roles include Lt. Commander Michael Eddington in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" (1994โ1997), a character for which he received an OFTA Television Award nomination for best male actor. He appeared in other TV shows such as "Quantum Leap," "Empty Nest," "Baywatch," and "Hunter." His film credits include "Tilt" (1979), "The Skin" (1981), and "Feds" (1988), among others.
In addition to screen work, he has had a significant theater career, performing in Broadway and touring productions including "West Side Story" and "Into the Woods." Ken Marshall retired from acting but remains respected for his diverse roles across genres over multiple decades.
Known For
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Michael Eddington
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Lt. Commander Michael Eddington
Quantum Leap
Rodney Owens
Krull
Prince Colwyn
Baywatch
Chuck
JAG
Capt. O'Bryan
Hunter
Professor Gleason
Feds!
Brent Sheppard
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The District TV | Bartender |
| 1995 | JAG TV | Capt. O'Bryan |
| 1993 | Berlin '39 MOVIE | Hans Loรberg |
| 1993 | Star Trek: Deep Space Nine TV | Michael Eddington |
| 1993 | Star Trek: Deep Space Nine TV | Lt. Commander Michael Eddington |
| 1991 | The Commish TV | Self |
| 1989 | Margaret Bourke-White MOVIE | Chappie |
| 1989 | Baywatch TV | Chuck |
| 1989 | Quantum Leap TV | Rodney Owens |
| 1988 | Feds! MOVIE | Brent Sheppard |