Actor Michael Forrest, who played Apollo in «Star Trek», - has died
18 october 2026 в 16:28
Michael Forest, the renowned actor who played Apollo in one of the most memorable episodes of the original series «Star Trek», - has passed away. He died on Wednesday at the age of 97 in a nursing home. His death was confirmed by friend James A. Brown and fellow «Star Trek» colleague Barbara Luna.
Forest, born on April 17, 1929, in Harvey, North Dakota, began his career in Los Angeles, making his television debut in 1955. Over his career, he accumulated more than 220 acting credits, including roles in series such as «Highway Patrol» and «The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok». In 1967, he portrayed Apollo in the episode «Who Mourns for Adonais?» of «Star Trek», - which became one of the most famous in the show’s history.
In the later years of his life, Forest received over 600 letters from fans thanking him for his work in television and film. He was also a sought-after voice actor, having voiced over 500 films while living in Rome for ten years. Among his later works were roles in the films «Body of Evidence» and «Outcast». His wife, actress Diana Hale, passed away in 2022 after 52 years of marriage.
Forest, born on April 17, 1929, in Harvey, North Dakota, began his career in Los Angeles, making his television debut in 1955. Over his career, he accumulated more than 220 acting credits, including roles in series such as «Highway Patrol» and «The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok». In 1967, he portrayed Apollo in the episode «Who Mourns for Adonais?» of «Star Trek», - which became one of the most famous in the show’s history.
In the later years of his life, Forest received over 600 letters from fans thanking him for his work in television and film. He was also a sought-after voice actor, having voiced over 500 films while living in Rome for ten years. Among his later works were roles in the films «Body of Evidence» and «Outcast». His wife, actress Diana Hale, passed away in 2022 after 52 years of marriage.
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