Fred J. Scollay | |
|---|---|
| Born | Frederick J. Scollay March 19, 1923 |
| Died | November 3, 2015 (aged 92) |
| Citizenship | United States |
| Occupation | character actor |
| Spouse(s) | Ann Barr |
Fred J. Scollay (March 19, 1923 – November 3, 2015) was an American character actor with dozens of credits in daytime and primetime television.
Early years
Scollay was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts,[1] and was "one of four orphaned Scollays."[2] He was raised by Mr. and Mrs. James Murphy of Boston, Massachusetts. He studied acting at Emerson College and at Bishop-Lee Dramatic School.[2]
Military service
Scollay was in the United States Navy during World War II,[1] serving as an aviator machinist mate.[2]
Television
On daytime, Scollay was an original cast member of The Doctors, playing hospital chaplain Rev. Sam Shafer (1963-1964). From 1970-71, he appeared on Somerset (TV series) as Harry Wilson (aka Ike Harding). On Another World (1977-1980), he played Charley Hobson, the last husband of Ada Hobson (Constance Ford). He also had smaller roles on several other soap operas.
In primetime, Scollay had roles dating back to the earliest days of television. He made numerous appearances in such programs as Studio One, Kraft Television Theatre, Armstrong Circle Theatre, Naked City, The Defenders, Dr. Kildare, and Gunsmoke, among many others. His last part was a recurring role as a judge on several episodes of Law & Order (1991-1996).
Film
Scollay's work in motion pictures included A View from the Bridge, Odds Against Tomorrow, and Stage Struck.[2]
Stage
Scollay's Broadway credits include The Devil's Advocate.[3]
Death
Fred J. Scollay died on November 3, 2015, in Hobe Sound, Florida. His wife, Ann, predeceased him.[1]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Stage Struck | Bum | Uncredited |
| 1959 | Odds Against Tomorrow | Cannoy | Uncredited |
| 1969 | The Tree | Alex | |
| 1971 | Lady Liberty | Doctor | Uncredited |
| 1974 | Death Wish | District Attorney Peters | |
| 1975 | The Man Who Would Not Die | Lieutenant Willetts | |
| 1977 | The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover | Putnam | |
| 1980 | I, Paul | St. Paul | |
| 1982 | Q | Captain Fletcher | |
| 1990 | Stanley & Iris | Mr. Delancey |
References
- ^ a b c "Fred Scollay". TC Palm. December 27, 2015. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ a b c d "No Hunger For Fred Scollay". Lewiston Evening Journal. May 11, 1963. p. 4-A. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ "Fred J. Scollay". Playbill. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
External links
- Fred J. Scollay at IMDb