Thomas Alvin Morga, a talented individual, was born on November 27, 1941, in the city of Burbank, California. During his college years, Morga pursued a unique career path by working as a smoke jumper, stationed in Missoula, Montana, from 1969 to 1974.
It was his remarkable work as a smoke jumper that led to his first television appearance as himself in the documentary series Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom in 1963. In this documentary, Morga showcased his bravery by saving a wild buffalo herd from a forest fire, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
Morga's passion for stunts and acting led him to start performing stunts in films and TV shows in the mid-1970s. Throughout his illustrious career, he has doubled for a diverse range of notable actors, including Jeff Goldblum, James Coburn, John Travolta, Leonard Nimoy, James Keach, Patrick Duffy, Jonathan Frakes, Tim Robbins, Robert Urich, Bruce Boxleitner, Keith Carradine, Harold Ramis, and Steve Railsback.
In addition to his work as a stunt double, Morga has also portrayed an eclectic array of aliens and has doubled for various actors in the popular "Star Trek" movies and TV series. His dedication to the stunt industry has earned him a Lifetime Membership Award from the Stuntmen's Association in 2012.
As a member of the Stuntmen's Association of Motion Pictures since 1982, Tom Morga's contributions to the stunt industry have been significant, and his Lifetime Membership Award is a testament to his hard work and dedication.
