About
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...
Known for
NCISSeries • 2003
SupernaturalSeries • 2005
Stargate SG-1Series • 1997
The X-FilesSeries • 1993
ColumboSeries • 1971
PsychSeries • 2006
The West WingSeries • 1999
MacGyverSeries • 1985
Stargate AtlantisSeries • 2004
Twin PeaksSeries • 1990
Knots LandingSeries • 1979
L.A. LawSeries • 1986
Highlander: The SeriesSeries • 1992
21 Jump StreetSeries • 1987
AndromedaSeries • 2000
The Outer LimitsSeries • 1995
Northern ExposureSeries • 1990
The SentinelSeries • 1996
The Dead ZoneSeries • 2002
Heritage MinutesSeries • 1991
WiseguySeries • 1987
The Twilight ZoneSeries • 2002
ViperSeries • 1994
Con AirMovie • 1997