Bryan O'Byrne
Bryan O'Byrne | |
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Plattsburgh, New York, United States | |
Died | December 4, 2009 , United States | (aged 78)
Occupation | Actor |
Spouse | Unknown |
Children | 1 (deceased) |
Bryan Jay O'Byrne (February 6, 1931 – December 4, 2009) was an American
Biography
Early life
O'Byrne was born on February 6, 1931, in Plattsburgh, New York, to Elmer and Bessie M. Ducatte O'Byrne. He was of Irish descent.[1]
He attended St. Peter's Elementary School and Plattsburgh High School. He received his bachelor's degree from Plattsburgh State.[1]
He had one marriage. His only son, Sean Kevin O'Byrne, died young.[2]
Acting career
O'Byrne had served in the United States Army before becoming an
He studied acting under
O'Byrne soon moved to Los Angeles to pursue opportunities in film and television. O'Byrne credits during his career included numerous film and television roles. The Hollywood Reporter described many of his characters as "quiet, milquetoast."[3] Additionally, he appeared in more than 200
He was particular active within the
Acting teacher
O'Byrne also worked as an acting teacher and coach to many early actors. Much of his instruction emphasized
O'Byrne coached and mentored many then-unknown film and television actors. Forest Whitaker, Jimmy Smits and Lou Diamond Phillips visited his acting classes early in their careers.[1] He also coached acting to Pam Dawber, Christopher McDonald, Bonnie Bedelia, Bill Allen and Marj Dusay.[3]
In particular, O'Byrne is credited with launching the acting career of
Professionally, O'Bryne was a member of the
Later life and death
O'Byrne retired from acting in the 1990s to care for his sister, Henrietta Bouyea, who was in failing health.[1][2] He moved to Pacifica, California, after retiring, where he lived for the last sixteen years of his life.[2]
O'Byrne died on December 4, 2009, in Pacifica, California, at the age of 78.[3] His funeral was held at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Pacifica.[2] Actor Christopher McDonald, a close friend and former student, read the eulogy at O'Byrne's funeral.[1]
Filmography
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1962 | Alfred Hitchcock Presents | Mr. Tuttle | Season 7 Episode 32: "Victim Four" |
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour |
Mr. Phelps | Season 1 Episode 7: "Annabel" | |
1963 | The Alfred Hitchcock Hour |
Mr. Smith | Season 2 Episode 3: "Terror at Northfield" |
1964 | Dead Ringer |
Mr. Beemas | Uncredited |
One Man's Way | Organist | ||
1965 | Fluffy | Gambler | Uncredited |
1967 | Gunfight in Abilene | Frobisher | |
Who's Minding the Mint? | Maxwell | ||
1971 | The Million Dollar Duck | Bank Teller | |
1976 | Gus | Grocery Store Manager | |
1977 | The Car | Wally | |
1979 | Love at First Bite | Priest | |
The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again | Photographer | ||
1980 | Hero at Large | Scientist | |
1982 | Zapped! | Father Murray | |
1987 | Spaceballs | Organist | |
1990 | Repossessed | Father Stills |
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s Vock, Casey Ryan (2010-01-25). "Hollywood actor, Plattsburgh native dies". Press-Republican. Archived from the original on 2010-02-07. Retrieved 2010-02-05.
- ^ Pacifica Tribune. 2009-12-10. Retrieved 2010-02-07.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Actor Bryan O'Bryne dies at 78". The Hollywood Reporter. 2010-01-05. Archived from the original on 2013-04-19. Retrieved 2010-02-05.
External links
- Bryan O'Byrne at IMDb
- Bryan O'Byrne at the TCM Movie Database