Mel Winkler

Mel Winkler

Deceased · Born: Oct 23, 1941 · Died: Jun 11, 2020

Personal Details

BornOct 23, 1941 St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Biography

Noted American thespian, Mel Winkler, left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment with his impressive array of roles, including the memorable character of Melvin in the 1991 film "Doc Hollywood", which showcased his remarkable acting prowess.

Winkler's distinctive voice also brought to life iconic characters such as Aku Aku in the popular "Crash Bandicoot" video game series, Lucius Fox in "The New Batman Adventures", Commissioner Henderson in "Superman: The Animated Series", Dr. Simon Harris in the long-running medical drama "The Doctors", and Coach White in the inspiring biographical sports film "Coach Carter".

Throughout his illustrious career, Winkler's talent and versatility earned him a wide range of roles, solidifying his position as a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Sadly, Mel Winkler's life was cut short when he passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 20, 2020, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain generations to come.

Career

2005
Coach Carter
Coach Carter as Coach White
2001
Maniacts
Maniacts as Mason
Oswald
Oswald as Johnny (voice)
2000
Hollywood Palms
Hollywood Palms as Veteran Cop
1996
City Hall
City Hall as Detective Holly
1994
Untamed Love
Untamed Love as Sam Powers
1993
Full Eclipse
Full Eclipse as Stratton
1991
Doc Hollywood
Doc Hollywood as Melvin the Mechanic
Convicts
Convicts as Jackson
1986
Off Beat
Off Beat as Earl
1985
1983
All the Right Moves
All the Right Moves as Jess Covington