John Colicos
Actor
Biography
John Colicos (December 10, 1928 – March 6, 2000) was a celebrated Canadian actor known for his extensive work on stage and screen in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. He began his career in Canadian theater and became the youngest actor to play King Lear at London’s Old Vic. His authoritative presence led to many memorable villain roles in science fiction and drama.
Colicos is especially famous for his portrayal of Commander Kor, the first Klingon ever depicted in Star Trek’s Original Series ("Errand of Mercy," 1967), a role he later reprised in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. He also played Count Baltar in the original Battlestar Galactica series and gave voice to the villain Apocalypse in the 1990s X-Men animated series. Beyond science fiction, Colicos appeared in numerous films and television programs, including The Changeling, Anne of the Thousand Days, and General Hospital.
He was recognized for his commanding voice, dramatic stage work, and pioneering contributions to popular culture. Colicos was married to Mona McHenry and had two sons. He died in Toronto in 2000 at the age of 71.
Filmography
The Postman Always Rings Twice
as Nick Papadakis 1981
Battlestar Galactica
as Baltar 1978
Anne of the Thousand Days
as Cromwell 1969
Scorpio
as McLeod 1973
Mission Galactica: The Cylon Attack
as Baltar 1979
Raid on Rommel
as Sgt. Maj. Allan MacKenzie 1971
The Wrath of God
as Col. Santilla 1972
No Contest
as Senator Donald Wilson 1995
Phobia
as Inspector Barnes 1980
Conquest of the Earth
as Baltar 1980
Drum
as Bernard DeMarigny 1976
Doctors' Wives
as Mort Dellman 1971
In Defense of a Married Man
as Charles Evers 1990
Nowhere to Hide
as General Howard 1987
Battlestar Galactica: The Second Coming
as Baltar 1999
War Drums
as Chino 1957