Sean Hewitt
Sean Kenneth Hewitt, born on October 4, 1935, in Matheson, Ontario, Canada, was an actor, producer, and vibrant soul known for his infectious laugh. He discovered his passion for acting in night classes, leading him to London, UK, where he met his wife Claire. His career spanned film, TV, and the West End stage, notable for works like Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret alongside Judi Dench, and the cult horror film The Sender. He is known for his contributions to various productions, including "Battlefield Earth" (2000), "Crimson Peak" (2015), and his involvement in the Canadian educational television series "Read All About It!" (1979). In his 70s, he ventured into film production, creating Carry Me Home for Showtime and establishing EmChris Films. After the end of his marriage, Sean embarked on a new journey as a Gay man, championing LGBTQ rights in New York City. Hewitt passed away on June 6, 2019, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, leaving behind a legacy within the entertainment industry.
Known For
Credits
- 2015 · Crimson Peak as Reverend
- 1999 · Striking Poses as Major
- 1998 · My Own Country as Chester Mews
- 1997 · Swann as Morton Jimroy
- 1996 · Thinner as "DR" Fander
- 1993 · M. Butterfly as Ambassador's Aide
- 1992 · The Shower as Uncle Maury
- 1988 · Smokescreen as Mr. Gillis
- 1987 · Wild Thing as Father Quinn
- 1986 · Barnum as Coley Draper
- 1985 · The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents as Ralph Elenson
- 1985 · The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents as Danny Mosely
- 1985 · The Ray Bradbury Theater as Dr. Burleigh
- 1982 · The Sender as The Messiah
- 1979 · Read All About It! as Duneedon / Mayor Don Eden
- 1973 · Big Zapper as Fingers
- 1972 · Made as Andy
- 1972 · The Adventurer as Marco
- 1972 · Vampire Circus as First Soldier