Jeffrey Lewis is a talented actor who has managed to star in about 200 films and TV shows in his life. Most often, he played the roles of criminals and law enforcement officers. “Only the strongest”, “Thunder and the Walker”, “Double Strike”, “Man Without a Face”, “House Doctor”, “The X Files”, “Think Like a Criminal” are just some of the famous films and television projects with his participation. What is the story of the star?
Jeffrey Lewis: The Beginning of the Way
The actor was born in San Diego, it happened in July 1935. Jeffrey Lewis came from a simple family. The professional activities of his parents were not related to the world of cinema.
Interest in drama came from Jeffrey in childhood. Lewis was engaged in a theatrical studio, participated in school activities. His collective performances did not attract him as much as he liked solo numbers.
By the time he graduated, Jeffrey Lewis was determined to devote his life to dramatic art. His acting teacher advised the talented young man to go to Massachusetts and enter the Plymouth Theater. Soon after, the aspiring actor took part in several performances in New York.
First successes
Jeffrey Lewis gained fame through film and television. The actor began his path to fame with episodic roles. “Mission Impossible”, “Tall Shrub”, “Name of the Game”, “Haze from the trunk”, “Streets of San Francisco”, “Recruits”, “Bad Company”, “My Name is Nobody” - in which films and series he did not light up at the dawn of his career!
For the first time, Jeffrey was able to attract the attention of spectators thanks to the criminal drama "Dillinger", which tells about the life and work of the famous gangster. In this film, he brilliantly played the bandit Harry Pirpont.
Vivid roles
Actor Jeffrey Lewis for a long time collaborated with director Clint Eastwood. Their first offspring was the film "The Tramp of the Highlands". In this picture, Lewis is assigned, albeit a secondary, but bright role. Further, Jeffrey brilliantly embodied the image of the soft-hearted thief Eddie Goody in the comedy film "The Thug and the Walker."
In the film "Like it or not, you lose," the actor got the role of Orville. In the movie Bronco Billy, John Arlington became his character. It is impossible not to note the image of the juror Luther Driggers, which Jeffrey created in the film "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil."
Selected Filmography
In more than 200 films and television projects, Jeffrey Lewis managed to star in his life. Films and series that deserve the special attention of his fans are listed below:
- "The wind and the lion."
- The Great Waldo Pepper.
- "The Return of a Man named Horse."
- "Flo".
- "The gates of paradise."
- "Passion in the dust."
- Falcon Cross.
- "Double punch".
- "Tango and Cash."
- "Only the strongest."
- The Lawn Mower.
- "The Joshua Tree."
- "Man Without a Face".
- "The last beach."
- "Maverick."
- Cool Walker: Texas Justice.
- "Exiled by the Devil."
- "Secret materials".
- "Cool guy".
- "Dr. House".
- "Christmas cottage."
Of the recent achievements of Lewis, it is worth noting the role of Sullivan in the film "Retreat!" and Stanley in Mom’s Little Monster.
Personal life
It follows from the biography of Jeffrey Lewis that he entered into legal marriage twice. His first wife was Glenis Butley. With this woman, the actor lived for many years. Three children were born in the marriage, but this did not help save the family. Jeffrey and Glenys divorced.
The second wife of the star was Paula Hochholter. Like the first wife of Lewis, this woman was not related to the world of cinema and theater. With her, the actor lived until the end of his life.
Jeffrey is the father of Juliette Lewis, a famous actress and singer. The actor’s daughter can be seen in many popular films and TV shows. “What Gilbert Grape Eats,” “From Dusk Till Dawn,” “Born Killers,” “Cape of Fear,” “Another Sister,” “Pines,” “Secrets and Lies,” “Wonderful Years,” “My Name is Earl” - just a few of them. Juliet had a close relationship with her father, his death was a hard blow for her. Other Lewis children did not follow in their father's footsteps, they chose professions that are not related to the world of cinema.
Death
Jeffrey Lewis passed away at the age of 79. The tragedy happened in April 2015. The actor died at his home in Los Angeles. According to his daughter Juliet, Jeffrey died for natural reasons. His death was a big blow not only to relatives and friends, but also to many fans.