Actor George R. Robertson has died at the age of 89. He was one of the stars of the “Police Academy” film series.
George R. Robertson (1933-2023), the Canadian actor who portrayed Commissioner Henry Hurst in the first six Police Academy films, has died. citing the star’s family. He was 89 years old.
Robertson first appeared as Hurst in 1984’s ‘Police Academy’ directed by Hugh Wilson (1943-2018) and stayed with the film series until ‘Police Academy 6’ (1989). The actor also appeared in small roles in three films nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture: ‘Airport’ (1970), ‘Norma Rae’ (1979) and ‘JFK’ Crime Scene Dallas” (1991). George R. Robertson made his feature film debut in 1968 with “Rosemaries Baby”.
He switched to the brush
The acting star, who was also involved in charitable causes, later devoted himself to painting and writing, according to The Hollywood Reporter. According to the report, George R. Robertson is survived by his wife Adele, whom he met at university, as well as two daughters and grandchildren.
Source: Stern
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