Brock Peters

Actor known for To Kill a Mockingbird

Brock Peters - Actor known for To Kill a Mockingbird
Born

July 2nd, 1927
97 years ago

Died

August 23rd, 2005
19 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor, widely recognized for his role as Tom Robinson in the film 'To Kill a Mockingbird' (1962). This portrayal of an innocent man being unjustly accused of a crime earned critical acclaim. Peters also appeared in the classic sci-fi series 'Star Trek' as Commander Sisko's father in 'Deep Space Nine' and lent his voice to the animated film 'The Jungle Book' as the character Shere Khan. Throughout a career spanning over five decades, he participated in numerous film, television, and theater productions, showcasing a strong presence on stage and screen.

Portrayed Tom Robinson in To Kill a Mockingbird

Appeared as Joseph Sisko in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine

Voiced Shere Khan in The Jungle Book

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