Charles C. Stevenson Jr.
Biography
Charles C. Stevenson Jr. was an American male actor born on January 1, 1930 in Camarillo, California, and he died on January 19, 2026 at the age of 96. His career began in the silent‑era, with early film appearances that include The Cheat (1923), the Harold Lloyd comedy Safety Last (1923) and The Mysterious Dr. Fu Manchu (1929). He continued working through the early sound period, appearing in the western The Cisco Kid (1931). Later in his career he performed in television, notably on the series Our Gang (TBS, 1987‑88). Stevenson’s later screen credits include Ed Wood (1994), Sgt. Bilko (1996) and Up Close and Personal (1996). The TMDB database lists 72 known acting credits for him.
Career overview
Charles C. Stevenson Jr. was born on January 1, 1930 in Camarillo, California, and died on January 19, 2026 at the age of 96. His acting career began in the silent‑era film industry, with early appearances in “The Cheat” (1923) and the Harold Lloyd comedy “Safety Last” (1923). He continued to work through the late 1920s, notably portraying a role in “The Mysterious Dr. Fu Manchu” (1929) alongside Warner Oland, and later appeared in the western “The Cisco Kid” (1931) with Warner Baxter.
After a long period of film work, Stevenson transitioned to television, securing a part in the series “Our Gang” on TBS during the 1987‑1988 season. In the 1990s he returned to the big screen with supporting credits in several notable movies, including “Ed Wood” (1994), “Sgt. Bilko” (1996) starring Steve Martin, and “Up Close and Personal” (1996) starring Robert Redford. Over the course of his career he accumulated more than seventy credited performances across film and television, establishing himself as a versatile character actor whose work spanned from early silent comedies to late‑century Hollywood productions.
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77 titles- Will & Grace (2017) as Smitty
- Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life (2016) as Charlie
- Voices of Midway (2015) as Lt George Gay
- Bad Judge (2014) as Walter
- Behaving Badly (2014) as Mr. Apgar
- Premium Harmony (2014) as George
- Instant Mom (2013) as Dr. Sharp
- Scandal (2012) as Judge Milton Kalev
- Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 (2012) as Shopkeeper
- Shameless (2011) as Old Man
- Hart of Dixie (2011) as Old Man Bryant
- How to Make Love to a Woman (2010) as Grandpa Conners (as Charles Stevenson Jr.)
- The Middle (2009) as Old Hoosier
- Glee (2009) as Freddie
- Stolen (2009) as Man Getting a Cut
- The Twenty (2009) as Dad
- Snow Buddies (2008) as Sheriff Ryan
- Samantha Who? (2007) as Gentleman
- The Wind Fisherman (2007) as Henry
- The Office (2005) as Mine Shaft Guy
- My Name Is Earl (2005) as Wrinkles
- House (2004) as Walter
- Las Vegas (2003) as Mr. Flannigan
- Less than Perfect (2002) as Earl
- Scrubs (2001) as Patient
- The Division (2001) as Mr. Gunderson
- Ghost World (2001) as Norman
- Gilmore Girls (2000) as Reverend Wilder
- Gilmore Girls (2000) as Julian Johnson
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Elderly Man in Perfume Store
- Face the Music (2000) as Ed
- The West Wing (1999) as Bradenton Pollster
- Replacing Dad (1999) as Mr. Cheek
- Charmed (1998) as Caddie
- Charmed (1998) as Surdez
- Will & Grace (1998) as Smitty
- Two Guys and a Girl (1998) as Mr. Lockwood
- Oh Baby (1998)
- Pleasantville (1998) as Dr. Henderson
- Men in Black (1997) as MIB Agent Bee
- Jack Frost (1997) as Father Branagh
- Everybody Loves Raymond (1996) as Milt
- 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996) as Lester
- Spin City (1996) as Priest
- The Jamie Foxx Show (1996) as Stoney
- Suddenly Susan (1996) as Reverend Merriman
- Suddenly Susan (1996) as Reverend Duncan
- Sgt. Bilko (1996) as Minister
- Soul of the Game (1996) as Supervisor
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as The Minister
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Farmer
- NewsRadio (1995) as Howie
- Hope and Gloria (1995) as Dr. Leggett
- Women of the House (1995) as Representative Crow
- Welcome to Paradise (1995) as Doorman
- ER (1994) as Captain Eddie
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Minister
- Party of Five (1994) as Prospective Minister
- Ellen (1994) as Dad
- Sister, Sister (1994) as Checker Man
- Ed Wood (1994) as Another Backer
- Boy Meets World (1993) as Minister
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993) as Priest
- Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993) as Mr. Jacobs
- The John Larroquette Show (1993) as Dave Wilson
- Melrose Place (1992) as Minister
- Dream On (1990) as Judge
- Too Young to Die (1990) as Pastor
- Fall From Grace (1990) as Amory Doyle
- Menu for Murder (1990) as Reverend
- Family Matters (1989) as James
- In the Mood (1987) as Western Union Telegraph Clerk
- Matlock (1986) as Jury Foreperson
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Minister
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Priest
- Knots Landing (1979) as Reverend Lou Sinnet
- Knots Landing (1979) as Minister
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Charles C. Stevenson Jr. best known for?
Charles C. Stevenson Jr. is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Will & Grace (2017), Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life (2016), Scandal (2012), Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 (2012).
When and where was Charles C. Stevenson Jr. born?
Charles C. Stevenson Jr. was born on January 1, 1930 in Camarillo, California, USA. They passed away on January 19, 2026.
How many credits does Charles C. Stevenson Jr. have?
Charles C. Stevenson Jr. has accumulated over 77 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1979 to 2017.
What is Charles C. Stevenson Jr.'s background in cinema and television?
Charles C. Stevenson Jr. was an American male actor born on January 1, 1930 in Camarillo, California, and he died on January 19, 2026 at the age of 96. His career began in the silent‑era, with early film appearances that include The Cheat (1923), the Harold Lloyd comedy Safety Last (1923) and The Mysterious Dr. Fu Manc...