Maury Chaykin
Biography
Maury Chaykin (July 27, 1949 - July 27, 2010) was an American-Canadian actor known for performances on both the stage and screen.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Chaykin moved to Toronto, Canada in 1974 after studying acting at the University of Buffalo. Throughout his career, Chaykin worked extensively in both Canada and the United States. He appeared in notable films such as Dances with Wolves (1990), My Cousin Vinny (1992), The Sweet Hereafter (1997), Owning Mahowny (2003), and Being Julia (2004). Chaykin's performances often garnered critical acclaim and earned him awards and nominations, including several Genie Awards.
On television, Chaykin showcased his versatility in a wide range of roles. He appeared in numerous acclaimed series, including Entourage, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and most notably Nero Wolfe Mysteries (2001 - 2002), in which he played the titular role.
Maury Chaykin passed away on July 27, 2010, on his 61st birthday.
Filmography
Conduct Unbecoming
2011
as Col. Fox
Barney's Version
2010
as Wedding Guest
Casino Jack
2010
as Big Tony
Cooking With Stella
2010
as H.E. Mr. Durand
Abroad
2010
as Lord Oldenberg
Adoration
2009
as Passenger & Professor On-Line
Hooked on Speedman
2008
as Dietrich Baum
- No poster
Bull
2008
as Roland Gow
Static
2008
as Mr. Linkletter
Elijah
2008
as Howard Pawley
Blindness
2008
as Accountant
The Grift
2008
as Rusty
To Each His Own Cinema
2007
as (segment "Artaud Double Bill") (archive footage)
Heavens Fall
2006
as Lyle Harris
It's a Boy Girl Thing
2006
as Stan Deane
The Hunt for the BTK Killer
2005
as Robert Beattie
Where the Truth Lies
2005
as Sally Sanmarco
Camp Hollywood
2004
as Himself
Wilby Wonderful
2004
as Mayor Brent Fisher
Being Julia
2004
as Walter Gibbs
The Making of Nero Wolfe
2004
as self
Sugar
2004
as Stanley
White Coats
2004
as Dr. Roger 'Tony' Toussant
Tracey Ullman in the Trailer Tales
2003
as Dan Weisman