Greg Travis

Greg Travis

67 · Born: Jul 31, 1958

Personal Details

BornJul 31, 1958 Dallas, Texas, USA

Biography

Here is the biography of Greg Travis:

Greg Travis, a native of Dallas, Texas, has been a natural actor and award-winning stage performer since the age of twelve. With a thirty-year career spanning over 70 professional credits, he has worked with renowned directors such as Zack Snyder, David Lynch, Paul Verhoeven, Bob Rafelson, and Miloš Forman.

Greg's filmography includes notable roles in Rob Zombie's Halloween II (2009),Zack Snyder's Watchmen (2009),Jeff Broadstreet's Night of the Living Dead 3D (2006),and Sex and Death 101 (2007),alongside Simon Baker. His upcoming films include co-starring roles in The Trouble with Cali (2012),Satin (2011),and other projects.

Greg is often recognized for his co-starring roles in Showgirls (1995) and Starship Troopers (1997). A versatile performer, he has also starred in a long list of television shows, such as CSI: Miami (2002),Cold Case (2003),Strong Medicine (2000),JAG (1995),and American Gothic (1995).

As a stand-up comedian, Greg is world-renowned for his character "David Sleaze, the Punk Magician". He has appeared on numerous comedy shows, including Rodney Dangerfield's "HBO Special", An Evening at the Improv (1981),Saturday Night Live (1975),The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962),and many others. Greg has headlined at top comedy clubs and has been the opening act for entertainment icons such as Cher, Tom Jones, and Dolly Parton.

Greg's comedic abilities have been praised as "absolutely inspired and truly magical" by Duncan Strauss, LA Times. He possesses the chameleon-like ability to play a wide range of characters, from tough cops to outrageous criminals, and has the talent to change his voice and looks profoundly, making him unforgettable in his roles.

As a filmmaker, Greg has written and directed over twenty-five independent short films and three feature-length films. He remains loyal to his theatrical beginnings, having produced and starred in stage productions such as "America the Bizarre", where he played seven different characters in full make-up and costume.

With thirty years of experience as an actor, comedian, and filmmaker, Greg Travis brings a 360-degree wide-ranging approach to every project he undertakes. His unique blend of talents makes him a valuable contribution to any production.

Career

2020
Savage Creatures
Savage Creatures as Father Cooper
Megan
Megan as Sean
2018
A Talent for Trouble
A Talent for Trouble as Frank Steiner
2015
Lily Grace: A Witch Story
Lily Grace: A Witch Story as Sheriff Stewart
2013
Midlife
Midlife as David Stanton
Dug Up
Dug Up as Sheriff Yates
White T
White T as Stage Manager
2012
Poe
Poe as Detective Jonzey Jones
2010
Atlantis Down
Atlantis Down as Pete Hendricks
2009
Halloween II
Halloween II as Deputy Neale
Watchmen
Watchmen as Andy Warhol
2006
2005
Mortuary
Mortuary as Eliot Cook
2004
Toolbox Murders
Toolbox Murders as Byron McLieb
2003
Night Creep
Night Creep as Lee Howard
2002
Paper Soldiers
Paper Soldiers as Detective Travis
Landspeed
Landspeed as Clayton Winfree
1999
Man on the Moon
Man on the Moon as ABC Executive
1998
Letters from a Killer
Letters from a Killer as State Trooper
1997
Starship Troopers
Starship Troopers as Net Correspondent
Lost Highway
Lost Highway as Tail Gate Driver
1995
Showgirls
Showgirls as Phil Newkirk
1991
Paradise
Paradise as Earl McCoy
The Really Big Show
The Really Big Show as Fink's Agent
1990
Dark Romances Vol. 2
Dark Romances Vol. 2 as Diana's Writer Victim
1980
Humanoids from the Deep
Humanoids from the Deep as Mike Michaels, Radio Announcer
1978
Auditions
Auditions as Billy Bob Jr.
2015
Dark Seduction
Dark Seduction as Director
2003
Night Creep
Night Creep as Director, Screenplay