Canadian actors who deceased in 2011
Here are 10 famous actors from Canada died in 2011:
Wayne Robson
Wayne Robson (April 29, 1946 Vancouver-April 4, 2011 Toronto) also known as Wayne Robsen was a Canadian actor and voice actor. He had two children, Ivy Robson and Louis Robson.
Robson was most famous for his roles in the TV series "The Red Green Show" and the movie "Cube". He began his acting career in the late 1960s and appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions throughout his career. Some of his notable works include "The Rez," "Wrong Turn," "The Diviners," and "Lonesome Dove." He was also a prolific voice actor and provided his voice for several animated series such as "The Care Bears," "Goof Troop," and "The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin." Robson received several awards for his acting work, including a Gemini Award for his performance in "The Diviners." Sadly, Robson passed away in 2011 due to complications from a heart attack.
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John Neville
John Neville (May 2, 1925 Willesden-November 19, 2011 Toronto) also known as John Neville, CM, OBE was a Canadian actor. He had one child, Emma Dinicol.
John Neville was born in Willesden, London, England, and he served in the Royal Navy during World War II. After the war, he studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and began his professional acting career in the UK. He later moved to Canada and became a citizen, where he worked extensively on stage, television, and film. Neville was perhaps best known for playing the title role in the 1988 Terry Gilliam film "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen." He also served as the artistic director of the Stratford Festival in Ontario, Canada from 1986 to 1989. Neville was recognized for his contributions to the arts with several awards, including the Order of Canada and the Order of the British Empire.
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Michael Sarrazin
Michael Sarrazin (May 22, 1940 Quebec City-April 17, 2011 Montreal) a.k.a. Jacques Michel Andre Sarrazin, Michaël Sarrazin or Jacques Michel André Sarrazin was a Canadian actor. His children are called Catherine Sarrazin and Michele Sarrazin.
Sarrazin started his acting career in the early 1960s, making his film debut in the movie "The Pumpkin Eater" (1964) alongside Anne Bancroft. He would go on to appear in several notable films throughout his career, including "The Flim-Flam Man" (1967), "They Shoot Horses, Don't They?" (1969), and "Frankenstein: The True Story" (1973). He was known for his charming and enigmatic performances, often playing troubled or unconventional characters.
Sarrazin also had a successful career in television, appearing in many popular shows such as "The Twilight Zone" and "Alias Smith and Jones". He was nominated for an Emmy award for his performance in the 1976 TV movie "Frankenstein: The True Story".
In addition to his acting work, Sarrazin was an avid photographer and enjoyed capturing images of landscapes, nature, and people. He suffered from cancer for several years before his death in 2011, at the age of 70, in Montreal, Quebec.
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Gordon Tootoosis
Gordon Tootoosis (October 25, 1941 Poundmaker Cree Nation-July 5, 2011 Saskatoon) a.k.a. Gordon Tootoosis CM was a Canadian actor and voice actor. He had one child, Glynnis Tootoosis.
Gordon Tootoosis was a prolific actor whose career spanned over four decades. He appeared in numerous film and television productions, including the acclaimed series North of 60 and the films Legends of the Fall and Black Robe. Tootoosis was also a respected activist for Indigenous rights and worked towards preserving and promoting Indigenous culture and heritage. In 2004, he was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada for his contributions to Canadian culture and for his advocacy work. He continued to act until his passing in 2011, leaving behind a legacy as one of Canada's most beloved and talented actors.
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Paul Massie
Paul Massie (July 7, 1932 St. Catharines-June 8, 2011 Liverpool) also known as Arthur Dickinson Massé was a Canadian actor.
He began his acting career on stage in Canada, performing in various theater productions. In 1959, Massie made his film debut in the British thriller film, "The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll," where he played the dual role of the good-hearted Dr. Henry Jekyll and his sinister alter ego, Mr. Hyde. His performance in the film earned him critical acclaim and established him as a rising star in the film industry.
Massie went on to appear in several other films throughout his career, including "Floods of Fear" (1958), "The Trials of Oscar Wilde" (1960), and "Red Roses for Me" (1965). He also worked extensively in television, appearing in popular shows such as "The Avengers," "The Saint," and "The Prisoner."
In addition to his acting career, Massie was also a talented writer and painter. He published a collection of poems titled "Cages" in 1966 and held several exhibitions of his artwork throughout Europe.
Throughout his life, Massie maintained his Canadian roots and returned to his hometown of St. Catharines on several occasions. He passed away in Liverpool in 2011 at the age of 78.
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Tom Daly
Tom Daly (April 25, 1918 Toronto-September 18, 2011 Westmount) was a Canadian film director, film producer, film editor, actor and screenwriter.
Daly began his career in the Canadian film industry in the 1940s, working as an assistant editor and assistant director on a number of films. He eventually moved into directing, and went on to direct films such as "The Kidnapping of the President" and "The Mask of Sheba". Daly also produced and edited many of his own films. In addition to his work in film, he was also a respected actor, appearing in films such as "The War Lover" and "The Carpetbaggers". Throughout his career, Daly was known for his technical expertise and his creative vision, and he earned praise from both audiences and critics alike. After his retirement from filmmaking in the 1980s, Daly remained active in the film community, mentoring young filmmakers and serving as a judge for film festivals.
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Peter Donaldson
Peter Donaldson (October 29, 1953 Midland-January 8, 2011 Toronto) a.k.a. Peter Thomas Donaldson was a Canadian actor.
He was best known for his work in the Stratford Festival in Ontario, Canada where he acted in over 75 productions for 25 years. He also appeared in various radio dramas on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), most notably as the voice of CBC Radio's news program "The World at Six." In addition to his acting career, Donaldson was a dedicated teacher and taught at Ryerson Theatre School and the National Theatre School of Canada. He was awarded the Order of Canada in 2009 for his contributions to Canadian theatre and broadcasting.
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Lex Gigeroff
Lex Gigeroff (November 27, 1962 Ottawa-December 24, 2011 New Brunswick) a.k.a. Alexander Kier "Lex" Gigeroff, Michael FitzGerald, Les Gigeroff, Lexx Gigeroff, Clancy King or Alexander Kier Gigeroff was a Canadian actor and screenwriter.
Gigeroff was best known for his work on the sci-fi TV series "Lexx," which he co-created, wrote and also appeared in. He also wrote for other TV shows such as "Earth: Final Conflict" and "Mutant X," as well as the movie "Space Truckers" starring Dennis Hopper. In addition to his work in entertainment, Gigeroff was also an accomplished painter and graphic novelist. He passed away at the age of 49 due to undisclosed causes.
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Rob Buckman
Rob Buckman (August 22, 1948 London-October 9, 2011) also known as Robert Buckman, Dr. Rob Buckman, Robert Alexander Amiel "Rob" Buckman, Rob Buckman, Dr. Robert Buckman or Dr Robert Buckman PhD FRCP was a Canadian physician, screenwriter, author, comedian, actor and voice actor.
He was best known for his work as a medical communicator, using his humor and wit to explain complex medical topics in a way that was easy to understand for the general public. Buckman was a prolific writer, having authored several books on topics such as cancer, communication, and death and dying. He was also a frequent guest on various television shows, including The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Apart from his medical career, Buckman was also known for his work as a comedian and actor, having performed in several comedy clubs and appeared in various films and television shows. He was a recipient of numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the prestigious Humanism in Medicine Award. Buckman passed away in 2011 at the age of 63.
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Roger Abbott
Roger Abbott (July 10, 1946 Birkenhead-March 26, 2011 Toronto) a.k.a. Air Farce, Royal Canadian Air Farce or The Royal Canadian Air Farce was a Canadian stand-up comedian, comedian, actor, screenwriter and television producer.
He was one of the founding members of the comedy troupe The Royal Canadian Air Farce, which began as a radio show in 1973 and went on to become a popular television program. Abbott was known for his impressions of various political and cultural figures, as well as for his sharp wit and clever writing. In addition to his work with The Royal Canadian Air Farce, Abbott also appeared in a number of films and television shows, including "Made in Canada" and "Corner Gas." He received numerous awards in recognition of his contributions to Canadian comedy, including the Order of Canada in 2002. Unfortunately, Abbott passed away in 2011 at the age of 64 due to complications from leukemia.
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