Don S. Davis: 1942-2008


by Mjollnir

16 years, 4 months ago

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With great sadness we must report that veteran actor Don S. Davis passed away on June 29, 2008. He was 65 years old.

Don co-starred on Stargate SG-1 for the show's first seven years, helping to launch the enduring science fiction franchise. Davis played Major General George Hammond, base commander and a father figure to many of the show's characters.

He is also well-known for his portrayal of Major Garland Briggs in Twin Peaks.

He was one of the most celebrated actors to be involved in the Stargate franchise. I'm sad to see him go. I was looking forward to him having more cameos in the Stargate DVD movies and in Stargate: Atlantis as well.

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by Kingpin

16 years, 4 months ago

He was one of the mainstays of the early years of the show and made the role of ‘base commander’ (especially so, according to that tribute's explanation that George Hammand would've originally been a ‘by-the-book antagonist’ which sounds pretty two-dimensional) a unique and three dimensional on SG1.

A great shame to hear this, yet another name taken before their time in 2008.

by OniellFord

16 years, 4 months ago

RIP Don S. Davis! Thanks for your wonderful time on SG-1 and for everything you've done! You will be missed!

by muthapussbucket1

16 years, 4 months ago

OPEN THE DAMN IRIS!



You will be missed, sir.

by Mjollnir

16 years, 4 months ago

Yea. I miss those early days of SG-1 when he was base commander. Ever notice in a couple of the episodes how he kinda reminded you of a turtle when you see him in profile? :p

But all joking aside, he was a great actor and he will be missed greatly.

by JamesCGamora

16 years, 4 months ago

I repeat an earlier sentiment….This has been a crappy year

by missygirl8520001

16 years, 4 months ago

RIP Mr. Davis you will be missed. (*egon)

by Mjollnir

16 years, 4 months ago

Gateworld.net released a tribute video shortly after the announcement. And a list of the top 12 best moments of Davis as Hammond in SG-1. Check it out. #1 is definitely accurate.