Acting
Charles Napier
- Born
- Apr 12, 1936 · Aged 75
- Died
- Oct 5, 2011
- Place of birth
- Scottsville, Kentucky, USA
- Gender
- Male
- Movie credits
- 120
- TV credits
- 77
Also known as (1)
- Chuck Napier
Biography
Charles Lewis Napier (April 12, 1936 – October 5, 2011) was a prolific American actor known for his many supporting and occasional leading roles in television and film. Born near Scottsville, Kentucky, Napier served in the U.S. Army before pursuing higher education, earning a degree in art from Western Kentucky University. He initially worked as a sports coach and art teacher before dedicating himself to acting. Napier gained early attention after starring in several low-budget films by director Russ Meyer, including his debut in Cherry, Harry & Raquel! (1969). He became well-known for his…
