Sid Conrad Explained

Sid Conrad
Birth Name:Sid Levington Conrad
Birth Date:23 August 1923
Birth Place:Otsego, Michigan, U.S.
Death Place:Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S.
Occupation:Actor
Yearsactive:1969–2009
Spouse:Sheila Conrad

Sid Levington Conrad (August 23, 1923 – April 16, 2010)[1] was an American television character actor whose career spanned from 1969 to 2009, including occasional feature film roles. His acting credits included more than fifty television shows including JAG, ER, Chicago Hope, Moonlighting, General Hospital, Days of Our Lives, and The Young and the Restless.[2] [3]

Conrad grew up in Otsego, Michigan, and served in the U.S. Army in the European Theater during World War II, including the Battle of the Bulge.[2] He enrolled in Columbia University following World War II, earning both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in journalism with funding from the G.I. Bill.[2] Conrad also obtained a master's degree in arts administration from the University of California, Los Angeles.[3]

In addition to his television roles, Conrad appeared in regional theater in Alaska, California, Florida and New York City.[2] [3] He appeared in one-man plays, including Spencer Tracy and Will Rogers' USA.[2]

Conrad died in Williamsburg, Virginia, on April 15, 2010, at the age of 86.[3] He was survived by his wife, Sheila; two daughters; and three granddaughters.[2]

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
1976King Kong Petrox Chairman
1978A Different Story Salesman
1985The Annihilators Louie Nace
1987Wisdom Farmer
1988Caddyshack II Naked Man
1996The Glimmer Man Cemetery Priest

Notes and References

  1. Obituary Newport News Daily Press, April 18, 2010.
  2. News: Veteran of TV and film Sid Conrad. https://archive.today/20130201181109/http://www.sagactoronline.com/2010/04/veteran-of-tv-and-film-sid-conrad.html. dead. 2013-02-01. Screen Actors Guild. 2010-04-30. 2012-06-27.
  3. News: Character actor Conrad passes away, Thesp appeared in nearly 50 TV shows . . 2010-05-03 . 2012-06-27.