Geoffrey Lewis
A member of the Greatest Generation generation, Geoffrey Lewis was born in 1935 in Plainfield, New Jersey, USA and went on to become a celebrated Actor.
Geoffrey Bond Lewis (July 31, 1935 – April 7, 2015) was an American character actor. His filmography includes television shows such as Law & Order: Criminal Intent and My Name is Earl, as well as films such as Down in the Valley, alongside Edward Norton, The Butcher, alongside Eric Roberts, Maverick, alongside Mel Gibson, and When Every Day Was the Fourth of July alongside Dean Jones. In 1979, Lewis co-starred as a gravedigger turned vampire in the cult classic made-for-television movie Salem's Lot.
"His recurring collaborations with director and actor Clint Eastwood across seven films, including 'High Plains Drifter' and 'Every Which Way But Loose,' solidified his reputation as a reliable and versatile character actor." — About Geoffrey Lewis
| Metric | Geoffrey Lewis | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 79 | 53 | +26 yrs |
| Career length | 61 yrs | ~35 yrs | +26 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Geoffrey Lewis
Did you know that Geoffrey Lewis, in addition to his prolific acting career, was also an accomplished musician who fronted his own band, The Barstow Boys?
- He is the father of Oscar-nominated actress Juliette Lewis.
- Appeared in seven films directed by or starring Clint Eastwood, including 'High Plains Drifter'.
- Directed the 1992 action film 'Distant Justice'.
- Was also a screenwriter, contributing to several projects throughout his career.
- Formed a country-western musical group, Geoffrey Lewis & The Barstow Boys.
His recurring collaborations with director and actor Clint Eastwood across seven films, including 'High Plains Drifter' and 'Every Which Way But Loose,' solidified his reputation as a reliable and versatile character actor. These roles showcased his ability to inhabit diverse personalities, often adding a distinct flavor to Eastwood's iconic Westerns and action films.
Geoffrey Lewis is remembered as a quintessential character actor whose distinctive presence enriched a vast array of films and television shows, leaving behind a legacy of memorable supporting performances and a celebrated acting lineage through his daughter, Juliette.
