Don S. Davis

Biography

Donald Sinclair Davis (August 4, 1942 – June 29, 2008) 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

Psych 2006 ★ 7.9
Supernatural 2005 ★ 8.3
Stargate Atlantis 2004 ★ 8.0
NCIS 2003 ★ 7.6
The Dead Zone 2002 ★ 7.3
The Twilight Zone 2002 ★ 7.2
Andromeda 2000 ★ 7.1
The West Wing 1999 ★ 8.3
Stargate SG-1 1997 ★ 8.3
Con Air 1997 ★ 6.8
The Sentinel 1996 ★ 7.2
The Outer Limits 1995 ★ 7.7
Viper 1994 ★ 6.2
The X-Files 1993 ★ 8.4
Highlander: The Series 1992 ★ 7.4
Heritage Minutes 1991 ★ 7.3
Twin Peaks 1990 ★ 8.3
Northern Exposure 1990 ★ 7.9
21 Jump Street 1987 ★ 7.3
Wiseguy 1987 ★ 6.6
L.A. Law 1986 ★ 7.1
MacGyver 1985 ★ 7.7
Knots Landing 1979 ★ 7.0
Columbo 1971 ★ 8.1