John Colicos
Canadian actor, Star Trek role
Born
1928
97 years ago
Died
March 6th, 2000
25 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Canada
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Acclaimed in the field of acting, this individual performed in significant roles across various productions. Gained recognition for portraying Kor in the original Star Trek series and appeared in the 1979 film Star Trek: The Motion Picture. Also featured in the critically acclaimed series Battlestar Galactica as Count Baltar, contributing to the show's legacy in science fiction television. His career spanned several decades, with performances in theatre, film, and television.
Portrayed Kor in Star Trek series
Played Count Baltar in Battlestar Galactica
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