Bill Smillie

Bill Smillie

Deceased · Born: Jul 9, 1922 · Died: Nov 12, 2003

Personal Details

BornJul 9, 1922 Stewarton, Scotland, UK

Biography

Born on July 9, 1922, in the charming town of Stewarton, Scotland, United Kingdom, Bill Smillie would go on to lead a remarkable life as a talented actor, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. His impressive repertoire of films includes notable roles in Die Hard 2, released in 1990, The Philadelphia Experiment, which premiered in 1984, and the cult classic Piranha, which made its debut in 1978.

Throughout his life, Bill Smillie was deeply committed to his personal relationships, and one of the most significant of these was his marriage to the lovely Gwen Van Dam. Together, they shared a deep and abiding love, and their bond only grew stronger with the passing years.

Tragically, Bill Smillie's life came to a close on November 12, 2003, in Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable performances and a sense of loss that would be deeply felt by those who knew and loved him.

Career

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2001
Soulkeeper
Soulkeeper as Old Priest
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1994
Save Me
Save Me as Security Guard
{"id":4944,"title":"Singles","year":"1992","character":"Boston Doctor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/singles","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3hu07rea00rg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3hu07rea00rg.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Singles
Singles as Boston Doctor
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1991
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1990
Die Hard 2
Die Hard 2 as Custodian
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1987
Housekeeping
Housekeeping as Sheriff
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1984
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1982
Mysterious Two
Mysterious Two as Smilin' Jack
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Yes, Giorgio
Yes, Giorgio as Stagehand
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1981
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Underground Aces
Underground Aces as Fire Chief
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1980
Marathon
Marathon as Gen. Underhill
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1979
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1978
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Piranha
Piranha as Jailer
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1976
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1975
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Starsky and Hutch
Starsky and Hutch as Apartment Manager
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1969