Maury Chaykin
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Biography
Maury Chaykin (July 27, 1949 - July 27, 2010) was an American-Canadian actor known for performances on both the stage and screen.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Chaykin moved to Toronto, Canada in 1974 after studying acting at the University of Buffalo. Throughout his career, Chaykin worked extensively in both Canada and the United States. He appeared in notable films such as Dances with Wolves (1990), My Cousin Vinny (1992), The Sweet Hereafter (1997), Owning Mahowny (2003), and Being Julia (2004). Chaykin's performances often garnered critical acclaim and earned him awards and nominations, including several Genie Awards.
On television, Chaykin showcased his versatility in a wide range of roles. He appeared in numerous acclaimed series, including Entourage, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and most notably Nero Wolfe Mysteries (2001 - 2002), in which he played the titular role.
Maury Chaykin passed away on July 27, 2010, on his 61st birthday.
Known For
Andromeda
The Twilight Zone
Stargate SG-1
Boston Legal
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Entourage
Eureka
Harriet the Spy
Varian's War
WarGames
The Mask of Zorro
Twins
Beethoven's 2nd
Joan of Arc
Tracey Ullman in the Trailer Tales
The Bedroom Window
Bleacher Bums
Dances with Wolves
Mr. Destiny
Harry & Son
My Cousin Vinny
The Guardian
Hero
Love and Death on Long Island
It's a Boy Girl Thing
Iron Eagle II
Blindness
Devil in a Blue Dress
Entrapment
Cutthroat Island
Sugartime
The Hunt For the BTK Killer
Crossed Over
Crime Story
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