Quick Facts
Born:
1942-08-04
Birthplace:
Aurora, Missouri, USA
Credits:
134 Total Roles
Don S. Davis
Acting
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Biography
Don S. Davis (August 4, 1942, in Aurora, Missouri; † June 29, 2008, in Gibsons, Canada) was an American actor, artist, and former military officer. He began his career as a theater professor before transitioning to acting. He became known for his role as General George Hammond in Stargate SG-1 (1997–2007) and Major Garland Briggs in Twin Peaks (1990–1991). Davis appeared in numerous films, including A League of Their Own (1992), The Fan (1996), The 6th Day (2000), and Far Cry (2008). He often portrayed authority figures and military characters, reinforced by his real-life experience as a U.S. Army captain. In addition to acting, he was a talented painter and sculptor. He studied theater and art at Southwest Missouri State College and later earned a Ph.D. in Theater Arts from Southern Illinois University. Davis was married to Ruby Fleming-Davis and remained an influential presence in film and television until his passing
Known For
Supernatural
Trotter
Hook
Dr. Fields
Con Air
Man In Car
The X-Files
Captain William Scully
Cliffhanger
Stuart
Twin Peaks
Garland Briggs
Twin Peaks
Major Garland Briggs (archive footage)
NCIS
Control Officer
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Moving Through Time: Fire Walk With Me Memories MOVIE | Self |
| 2014 | Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces MOVIE | Maj. Garland Briggs |
| 2010 | Woodshop MOVIE | Principal Jamison |
| 2009 | Stargate SG-1: Children of the Gods MOVIE | Major General George Hammond |
| 2009 | Wyvern MOVIE | Colonel Travis Sherman |
| 2009 | The Uninvited MOVIE | Mr. Henson |
| 2008 | To Love and Die TV | Hal |
| 2008 | Far Cry MOVIE | General Roderick |
| 2008 | Vipers MOVIE | Dr. Silverton |
| 2008 | Stargate: Continuum MOVIE | Lieutenant General George Hammond |